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imperial 1 of 2

adjective

im-ˈpir-ē-əl How to pronounce imperial (audio)
Definition of imperialnext
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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imperial

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noun

as in plum

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Recent Examples of imperial
Adjective
The new identity centers on an imperial NY monogram inspired by the city’s architecture. — Tim Newcomb, Forbes.com, 20 Aug. 2026 In this drama of war between the imperial powers, Kip acts as a moral agent. — Amitava Kumar, New Yorker, 19 Aug. 2026
Noun
Crab imperial is a dish featuring lump crab in its purest form, enhanced only by a light imperial sauce, without the additional binders used to make crab cakes. — Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 8 July 2023 The Quechan Tribe has successfully fought mining on and near sacred lands on BLM lands north of their current tribal lands in Imperial County, California. — Debra Utacia Krol, The Arizona Republic, 26 Apr. 2023 See All Example Sentences for imperial
Recent Examples of Synonyms for imperial
  1. magnificent
  2. plum
  3. glorious
  4. diamond
  5. epic
  6. pearl
  7. royal
  8. crown jewel
Adjective
  • As Katia Schörle, one of the experts featured in the film, explains, wild animals embodied a world that was both magnificent and terrifying.
    — Roberto Prieto, Variety, 8 Sep. 2026
  • Drawing on the rich architectural heritage here, magnificent historic properties have been turned into elegant boutique hotels, not only in the capital but also in tranquil villages across the island.
    — Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 5 Sep. 2026
Definition of magnificent
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  • With locations in Folsom and Roseville, Julian’s Patisserie & Café’s husband and wife team Julian and Bailey Jimenez will be presenting a Casselman plum-almond financier with plum compote and basil mascarpone chantilly.
    — Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 4 Sep. 2026
  • Vigorous stone fruit species, such as plum, cherry, apricot, and peach trees, often benefit most from summer pruning.
    — Gemma Johnstone, The Spruce, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of plum
Adjective
  • Someone to look up to, a glorious basket of positivity, fun and silliness.
    — Lars Brandle, Billboard, 10 Sep. 2026
  • In what has been a glorious series for England’s pace attack, Gus Atkinson has had a quiet time of it.
    — Paul Newman, New York Times, 9 Sep. 2026
Definition of glorious
Noun
  • Pieces like the resplendent Esme Sapphire Cushion ring or the rich Henri Emerald-Cut ring have all the eye-catching glamour of diamonds with a touch of bold blue or green for those who prefer a pop of color.
    — Kelsey Legg, ABC News, 9 Sep. 2026
  • The network consistently invested in technology and resources to improve the presentation of the action on the diamond.
    — Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 9 Sep. 2026
Definition of diamond
Adjective
  • On Day 9, a big move at the top of the women’s game, two epic men’s matches and some surprising doubles drama.
    — Ava Wallace, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026
  • But Khrzhanovsky’s original idea, for an epic biopic on the life of Landau, never completely disappeared though.
    — Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 8 Sep. 2026
Definition of epic
Noun
  • In addition to her dress, the actress toted a shiny leather Miu Miu bag styled with pearl earrings from Tiffany & Co.
    — Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 6 Sep. 2026
  • The Queen Mother also received a sapphire ring from Prince Albert in 1923, but swapped it out for a pearl sometime in the 1940s.
    — Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of pearl
Adjective
  • William, royal patron of the Football Association and an Aston Villa fan, is visiting Merseyside to launch On Your Side, a suicide prevention toolkit for people in sport.
    — Matt Woosnam, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2026
  • The off-the-shoulder design finished above the knee, breaking with traditional expectations of how a royal woman should dress.
    — Jennifer Hassan, USA Today, 10 Sep. 2026
Definition of royal
Noun
  • The objective is understanding your crown jewels and what can reach them.
    — Scott Alldridge, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2026
  • The brazen and agonizing theft of 88 million euros ($102 million) worth of crown jewels from display cases in the Louvre's Apollo gallery served as a wake-up call.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 10 Sep. 2026
Definition of crown jewel

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“Imperial.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/imperial. Accessed 16 Sep. 2026.

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