SPLENDIFEROUS Synonyms: 72 Similar and Opposite Words

splendiferous

adjective

Definition of splendiferous

as in gorgeous

Related Words

Relevance

Dissimilar Words

Example Sentences

Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.

Recent Examples of splendiferous More splendiferous even than the Kravitz Center ballroom, where the president recently took to a Forum Club of the Palm Beaches podium. — Pat Beall, Sun Sentinel, 8 May 2026 In a show where style becomes substance, Qween Jean’s costume designs offer one splendiferous fashion after another, topped by stunning hair and wig designs by Nikiya Mathis. — Frank Rizzo, Variety, 8 Apr. 2026 During the late-19th-century period depicted, New York City and Newport alike were grand, blank canvases upon which the wealthy were able to erect massive and splendiferous testaments to their liquidity. — Charlie Hobbs, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Aug. 2025 The play finishes with one last surprising illusion and one splendiferous profusion of music, and costuming by Dominique Fawn Hill. — Peter Marks, Washington Post, 20 Apr. 2023 As is true of most Cameron movies, the splendiferous visuals are counterbalanced by often thudding dialogue. — Peter Rainer, The Christian Science Monitor, 15 Dec. 2022

Recent Examples of Synonyms for splendiferous

Adjective

Summer is coming to a close, so end it on a high note with a gorgeous gel manicure.

— Odeya Pinkus, InStyle, 19 July 2026
The plants look gorgeous in spring, but by fall, many are dead.

— Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 19 July 2026

Definition of gorgeous

Adjective

Ransom Canyon is pure comfort TV, giving people beautiful actors, sumptuous landscapes, and heavy dashes of romance and drama.

— Barry Levitt, Time, 23 July 2026
The decor is fittingly sumptuous—think Sicilian tiles, frescoes and bespoke wallpapers—and it’s protected from the hubbub of Valletta in a country town, 15 minutes’ drive away.

— Laura Dannen Redman, Robb Report, 23 July 2026

Definition of sumptuous

Adjective

The wider festival celebrated speed, engineering and extraordinary cars, while Future Lab looked at what might be waiting around the next bend.

— Bernard Marr, Forbes.com, 24 July 2026
Paying a toll can void a vessel’s entire insurance policy, creating an extraordinary risk for shipping companies.

— David Goldman, CNN Money, 24 July 2026

Definition of extraordinary

Adjective

There are some superb central defenders who have not made our list, which just highlights the level Vidic reached.

— Andy Mitten, New York Times, 22 July 2026
Small is a superb route runner, while Everhart is the type of athlete who can turn a jet sweep or bubble screen into a chunk play.

— Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 21 July 2026

Definition of superb

Adjective

The 30-foot-tall windows resemble Persian carpets gone wild—vibrant reds bleeding into peaceful blues and resplendent oranges.

— Jeff Chu, Travel + Leisure, 6 July 2026
The pinnacle of Napoleon III architecture, the resplendent Palais Garnier opera house is opulent from every angle.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 June 2026

Definition of resplendent

Adjective

International flights often carry a high premium compared with domestic routes — and the planes serving them generally have more luxurious seats on board.

— Leslie Josephs, CNBC, 19 July 2026
Kidman, who recently celebrated her 59th birthday, ensured Antonia’s 55th birthday celebration was one for the books with a luxurious stop in Portofino.

— Lara Walsh, InStyle, 18 July 2026

Definition of luxurious

Adjective

Its palatial villas are decked out in pops of pastel, emerald marble showers, rose gold finishes and artful details that make this lavish outpost a cut above the rest.

— Katie Lockhart, Robb Report, 16 July 2026
The Bosphorus is lined with palatial beauties lovingly restored as boutique hotels, but Six Senses Kocatas Mansions Istanbul embraces a more exclusive private villa feel.

— Liam Hess, Vogue, 1 July 2026