magnificence

noun

mag-ˈni-fə-sən(t)s How to pronounce magnificence (audio)
Definition of magnificencenext
as in brilliance
impressiveness of beauty on a large scale the magnificence of the great castle hallway is beyond description

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Recent Examples of magnificence That outing Sunday against the Nationals showed the magnificence and the limitations of what King is doing this season while unable to command his sinker. — Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 June 2026 Championing not just human magnificence but human imperfection is a radical turn. — Elizabeth Bruenig, The Atlantic, 27 May 2026 Adjective — shining brilliantly; full of splendor and magnificence. — Amber Harding Outkick, FOXNews.com, 15 May 2026 Along a cliff's edge in the Buffalo Gap National Grassland, boondockers have expansive views of the geological magnificence. — Robert Annis, Midwest Living, 14 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for magnificence
Recent Examples of Synonyms for magnificence
  1. brilliance
  2. majesty
  3. glory
  4. elegance
  5. grandeur
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  • For instance, this option from Oak and Luna features a naturally occurring silicon carbide now grown almost entirely in labs, brings a more responsible origin story alongside genuine brilliance, ranking second only to diamond in hardness.
    — Pooja Mistry, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2026
  • And certainly, an homage to the importance and brilliance of sea creatures.
    — Antonia Blyth, Deadline, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of brilliance
Noun
  • The stunning majesty of Florida’s wildlife, lands and culture is on display in a new show at Winter Garden’s SOBO Art Gallery.
    — Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 14 Aug. 2026
  • While national parks may garner peak interest from outdoor enthusiasts, travelers shouldn’t discount the accessibility and majesty of national forests for late summer and fall exploration.
    — Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of majesty
Noun
  • Had a nice run-game tackle on the Titans’ fourth drive, but didn’t cover himself in glory at the start.
    — Dieter Kurtenbach, Mercury News, 14 Aug. 2026
  • With the light dappling down from a sunroof, my dress was presented in all her glory.
    — Alexandra Macon, Vogue, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of glory
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  • Thymes, the signature restaurant, champions local, seasonal Parian ingredients, evolving Cycladic cuisine with contemporary elegance and a deep connection to nature.
    — Rachel Dube, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026
  • Katharine Hepburn found it as a way to dress with poise and freedom, while Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy wore her classic fit with an understated elegance that continues to fascinate.
    — Alex Sales, Glamour, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of elegance
Noun
  • One trophy lot in the sale will likely be an edition of Giacometti’s Figure, demie grandeur, which seemingly appears to be shown installed in Lust’s home about four minutes into the Sotheby’s documentary.
    — Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 19 Aug. 2026
  • The record’s themes of escape and dislocation also shaped Chatten’s writing, with time spent amid the faded grandeur of Venice, Vienna and Sicily.
    — SPIN Staff, SPIN, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of grandeur

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