as in magnificent
large and impressive in size, grandeur, extent, or conception
envisioned an imperial city that would rival the capitals of Europe for beauty and magnificence
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Recent Examples of imperial
Chelsey Sanchez, Harper's BAZAAR, 21 Apr. 2023
The acquisition also adds a central Alabama distribution center to Imperial’s network.
—William Thornton | Wthornton@al.com, al, 20 Apr. 2023
Time, 7 July 2025
It’s designed to penetrate the deepest layers of your skin with ultra-nourishing and hydrating ingredients such as muga silk, silver tips imperial tea, ashwagandha, niacinamide, and a high-concentration of hyaluronic acid that holds up to 1,000 times its weight in water.
—Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 7 July 2025
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Adjective
Charles will wear St Edward's Crown and the Imperial State Crown, while Camila will wear Queen Mary's Crown.
—Chelsey Sanchez, Harper's BAZAAR, 21 Apr. 2023
The acquisition also adds a central Alabama distribution center to Imperial’s network.
—William Thornton | Wthornton@al.com, al, 20 Apr. 2023
Noun
Sixteen years later, Adams would organize those artisans and laborers into the Sons of Liberty to resist British imperial measures.
—Time, 7 July 2025
It’s designed to penetrate the deepest layers of your skin with ultra-nourishing and hydrating ingredients such as muga silk, silver tips imperial tea, ashwagandha, niacinamide, and a high-concentration of hyaluronic acid that holds up to 1,000 times its weight in water.
—Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 7 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for imperial
Adjective
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The building was a synagogue and the room, which had a magnificent candelabra chandelier at its center, had only a few candles lit.—
Rabbi Moishe Kievman,
Sun Sentinel,
22 July 2025
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Scottie Scheffler romped to a magnificent four-shot victory to seal his first British Open title at Royal Portrush on Sunday, notching his fourth major success.—
Devlina Sarkar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 July 2025
Noun
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The wine color is a dark shimmering ruby with a nose of fresh plums, cassis, violets and a hint of complex herbs.—
Liz Thach,
Forbes.com,
28 July 2025
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Palettes with stone, subtle bronze and plum shades work well for blond hair.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
16 July 2025
Adjective
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Season 5 was — to put it mildly — a glorious train wreck.—
Ana Gutierrez,
Austin American Statesman,
31 July 2025
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Nestled in the rolling hills of Somerset, Bath is a glorious English city that seduces with its honeyed townhouses, stately colonnaded crescents, swish spas, and timeless Roman relics.—
Lewis Nunn,
Forbes.com,
31 July 2025
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The exact one featured on Belly's left hand is the Diamond Fizz Ring that's made with a recycled diamond set on a 14K gold band.—
Michelle Lee,
People.com,
24 July 2025
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The Eagles championship rings feature 12 carats in total diamonds and a combined diamond weight of 140 grams, according to the team.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
23 July 2025
Adjective
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Iyo Sky and Rhea Ripley were locked into an epic battle for the Women’s World Championship.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
14 July 2025
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Scene Breakdown: Embrace AI Convention - From a dance battle to a blood fest, this breakdown will show how each department worked together to create this epic and deadly sequence.—
Tim Lammers,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
Noun
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There’s just something so deeply magnetic about baroque pearls.—
Selene Oliva,
Glamour,
30 July 2025
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Princess Diana's wedding dress had a 25-foot train Princess Diana's gown, which was crafted in the space of three months, was made with ivory silk taffeta that was dyed and woven ivory (instead of pure white) and decorated with ornate, hand-embroidery, with no less than 10,000 micro pearls.—
Nicole Briese,
People.com,
29 July 2025
Adjective
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The royal family recently celebrated Prince George's 12th birthday on Tuesday, July 22.—
Brendan Morrow,
USA Today,
28 July 2025
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Elizabeth’s other royal dressmakers included Hardy Amies, who made several formal evening gowns for her, and Ian Thomas, once Hartnell’s assistant, who crafted cascading, colorful evening gowns and sleek ensembles for diplomatic tours.—
Sonja Anderson,
Smithsonian Magazine,
28 July 2025
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Other crown jewels include popular channels MTV, Nickelodeon, Showtime and CBS News.—
Phoebe Liu,
Forbes.com,
29 July 2025
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Analysts believe the headwinds at its crown jewel aerospace division will be transitory.—
Jim Cramer,
CNBC,
28 July 2025
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“Imperial.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/imperial. Accessed 4 Aug. 2025.
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