formidability

noun

Definition of formidabilitynext
as in magnificence

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  1. magnificence
  2. grandeur
  3. awesomeness
  4. brilliance
  5. dignity
  6. elegance
  7. resplendence
  8. nobility
Noun
  • Loser goes home, just like the others bounced from this bonkers initial knockout round — dreams trounced via penalty kick or last-minute magnificence or just … a big French bully.
    — Tyler Estep, AJC.com, 1 July 2026
  • Each piece spells out a message—happiness, beauty, and magnificence—in the ancient pictorial writing.
    — Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 12 June 2026
Definition of magnificence
Noun
  • In film scores, its low tones helped create suspense, grandeur, danger, or emotional weight.
    — Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 8 July 2026
  • Amenities and experiences As attractive as its accommodations are, Glen Oaks’s most compelling feature is its outdoor setting, which showcases Big Sur’s grandeur.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 July 2026
Definition of grandeur
Noun
  • First, despite Wembanyama’s awesomeness, the Knicks were able to eat on offense.
    — John Hollinger, New York Times, 2 June 2026
  • But, of course, with anything in life, there are people who will question the validity and awesomeness of something like this.
    — Austin Perry OutKick, FOXNews.com, 18 Apr. 2026
Definition of awesomeness
Noun
  • Could the generations growing up with their brains hooked to endless video feeds be developing some kind of novel, as-yet-undetectable cognitive brilliance?
    — Rose Horowitch, The Atlantic, 8 July 2026
  • Erivo plays a British defense barrister who exudes enviable brilliance in navigating the ruthless and gladiatorial London courtrooms.
    — Anthony D'Alessandro, Deadline, 7 July 2026
Definition of brilliance
Noun
  • Scripture repeatedly reminds us that the stranger, the refugee, and the vulnerable are to be treated with compassion and dignity.
    — Killingly-Brooklyn Interfaith Council, Hartford Courant, 9 July 2026
  • While this new paradigm can feel like a loss of dignity for private individuals, controlling one's narrative online is essential, as the cameras are rolling regardless.
    — Alli Kushner, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026
Definition of dignity
Noun
  • Their French 75, which is made with cognac, lemon and muscadet, is a perfect example thanks to a beautiful balance of elegance and ingenuity.
    — Blair Crosby, AJC.com, 5 July 2026
  • Below a chair rail in this hall and stairway are raised panel inserts, while an elaborate crown molding adds beauty and elegance.
    — James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 5 July 2026
Definition of elegance
Noun
  • The mild-mannered DiLiegro has firm opinions about everything from meat-cutting to the resplendence of the Boston Red Sox.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 5 Aug. 2022
  • All articles that coruscate with resplendence are not, ipso facto, auriferous.
    — Richard Lederer, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Oct. 2021
Definition of resplendence
Noun
  • Gustaf Lagerbielke, a 26-year-old center back, comes from a line of nobility, particularly Counts, in his home country.
    — Chris Branch, New York Times, 26 June 2026
  • This piece of jewelry, worn by Princess Elisabeth, was a wedding gift from the Belgian nobility to Mathilde on the occasion of her wedding in 1999.
    — Marta Martínez Tato, Vanity Fair, 24 June 2026
Definition of nobility
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