augustness

noun

Definition of augustnessnext
1
as in majesty
a dignified bearing or appearance befitting someone of royal status the opera star carries herself with the augustness of a queen

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2
as in brilliance
impressiveness of beauty on a large scale the augustness of the Lincoln Memorial in our nation's capital

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  1. majesty
  2. brilliance
  3. nobility
  4. glory
  5. dignity
  6. elegance
Noun
  • This Tour will be remembered as Pogačar in the midst of his majesty; a relentless march towards victory which felt all but assured within the first week.
    — Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 26 July 2026
  • The banks of the pool—at its best a scene of unparalleled American majesty—took on a sort of circus atmosphere as locals and tourists alike stopped by to see the disaster for themselves.
    — Matt Viser, The Atlantic, 20 July 2026
Definition of majesty
Noun
  • Mathys Tel has shown a few moments of brilliance on the left wing, but De Zerbi needs somebody capable of delivering on a consistent basis.
    — Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 5 Aug. 2026
  • Wilson is right that Nolan’s movie lacks Odysseus’ egomaniacal brilliance.
    — Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of brilliance
Noun
  • Diners included the Beatles, Mick Jagger, Muhammad Ali, Lynn Redgrave, and countless other celebrities, politicians, and nobility.
    — David Szondy August 01, New Atlas, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Traditionally, Japanese royalty — in particular, heirs to the throne — only married other members of the imperial family, or the former court nobility.
    — Diana Pearl, PEOPLE, 31 July 2026
Definition of nobility
Noun
  • That’s how things were during his 12 seasons for Borussia Dortmund, often carrying the hopes of a team that were constantly chasing Bayern Munich, usually without much luck, glory just out of reach.
    — Nick Miller, New York Times, 31 July 2026
  • Olave started thriving once Shough took over as the team’s starting quarterback, quickly finding chemistry with his new signal-caller, and the Saints clearly believe that connection will lead them to playoff glory once more.
    — Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 30 July 2026
Definition of glory
Noun
  • Thwaties said the hope is to get her mother's beautiful smile, dignity and quality of life back.
    — Jennifer Bisram, CBS News, 30 July 2026
  • Gandhi supplied the repertoire of nonviolent resistance; Ambedkar, the architect of India’s constitution and a champion of Dalit rights, supplied a politics of dignity, representation and institutional accountability.
    — Penny Abeywardena, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
Definition of dignity
Noun
  • Park Tower is positioned for travelers seeking European elegance and historical prestige in Argentina’s sophisticated capital.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Aug. 2026
  • There’s still a common misconception that comfort and elegance are two separate concepts, but loafers and mom jeans are two wardrobe staples that prove otherwise.
    — Michel Mejía, Glamour, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of elegance
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“Augustness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/augustness. Accessed 7 Aug. 2026.

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