splendid
splen·did
adjective \ˈsplen-dəd\Definition of SPLENDID
2
: illustrious, grand
3
— splen·did·ly adverb
— splen·did·ness noun
Examples of SPLENDID
- We have a splendid opportunity to do something really useful.
- I have some splendid news.
- “We'll be coming out to visit over the summer.” “Oh, splendid!”
Origin of SPLENDID
Latin splendidus, from splendēre to shine; perhaps akin to Middle Irish lainn bright
First Known Use: 1624
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Synonym Discussion of SPLENDID
splendid, resplendent, gorgeous, glorious, sublime, superb mean extraordinarily or transcendently impressive. splendid implies outshining the usual or customary <the wedding was a splendid occasion>. resplendent suggests a glowing or blazing splendor <resplendent in her jewelry>. gorgeous implies a rich splendor especially in display of color <a gorgeous red dress>. glorious suggests radiance that heightens beauty or distinction <a glorious sunset>. sublime implies an exaltation or elevation almost beyond human comprehension <a vision of sublime beauty>. superb suggests an excellence reaching the highest conceivable degree <her singing was superb>.
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