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as in rhetorical
full of fine words and fancy expressions
his letter to me was written in such a magnific style that I half wondered if he had penned it with a quill
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as in magnificent
large and impressive in size, grandeur, extent, or conception
the pyramids at Giza remain among the most magnific edifices the world has ever seen
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Recent Examples of magnific
From that moment on, the series teleports you through the magnific piazzas, infinite galleries, historic monuments, and palaces of Florence.
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Malik Peay, Essence, 24 Oct. 2022
Malik Peay, Essence, 24 Oct. 2022
Recent Examples of Synonyms for magnific
Adjective
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The Four Freedoms Roosevelt named were not rhetorical ornaments offered as inspiration so much as a diagnosis.—
Philip Martin,
Washington Post,
7 Jan. 2026
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Most Venezuelans who are smart recognize that this is a rhetorical device.—
Isaac Chotiner,
New Yorker,
5 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The embroidery was magnificent, showcasing Chanel’s impeccable craftsmanship.—
Laure Guilbault,
Vogue,
27 Jan. 2026
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See video … LISTEN Tune in for more on how artificial intelligence could be a 'magnificent' economic force worth embracing.—
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FOXNews.com,
26 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Black Rice Often called Forbidden rice, black rice is a whole grain similar to brown rice, with a deep purple-black bran.—
Anne Wolf,
Martha Stewart,
27 Jan. 2026
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Hudson—who was photographed sitting next to Diane Kruger and Michelle Pfeiffer—appeared to be dreaming of spring weather, thanks to a light lavender purple top trimmed with sequins and rhinestones that was a diamanté dream.—
Lara Walsh,
InStyle,
27 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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In the summertime, those same hills are alive with glorious hiking and biking among high mountain meadows and pristine lakes.—
Laura Itzkowitz,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Jan. 2026
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Geekie, who had one goal in 14 games, fanned on two glorious one-time attempts on the only power play in the period.—
Steve Conroy,
Boston Herald,
25 Jan. 2026
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The vaulted lobby, dressed up in jewel tones, ornate wall panels, and mixed materials, sets the tone for the rest of your visit.—
Arati Menon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Jan. 2026
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Sophie’s wonderment at the ornate environment catches Benedict’s attention.—
Olivia Singh,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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College sweethearts William and Kate would later get engaged in Kenya in October 2010 and marry in an epic royal wedding in London in April 2011.—
Janine Henni,
PEOPLE,
12 Jan. 2026
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Challenge winners selected from eligible entries in all 50 states will earn an exclusive invitation to attend the live final in Los Angeles on May 20, marking a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for fans to witness the epic conclusion and be part of this milestone season.—
Mekishana Pierre,
Entertainment Weekly,
12 Jan. 2026
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Meanwhile, if the prize were awarded for power per second of screentime, Gaby Hoffmann, playing a nineteen-sixties dropout in survival mode, would win; her furious silence is as eloquent as her terse determination, and her voice, quietly oracular, is one of the most memorable things in the movie.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
22 Jan. 2026
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Now, Cheshire serves as an eloquent and witty guide to the ways our world was once charted, from the trench networks of World War I to the early gridiron layouts of New York City.—
Air Mail,
Air Mail,
17 Jan. 2026
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These majestic creatures primarily feed on guanacos.—
Cecilia Rodriguez,
Forbes.com,
26 Jan. 2026
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Observing unusual cases like J1007+3540 gives researchers the opportunity to test and improve their models of how this majestic process unfolds.—
K. R. Callaway,
Scientific American,
24 Jan. 2026
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“Magnific.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/magnific. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.
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