splendiferousness

noun

as in brilliance
impressiveness of beauty on a large scale the jaw-dropping splendiferousness of the cathedral has attracted pilgrims since the 13th century

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for splendiferousness
  1. brilliance
  2. majesty
  3. glory
  4. elegance
  5. nobility
Noun
  • Though the character is based on the author, the rest of this smart thriller’s story is fictionalized, a playful metatake that serves as both an ode to Highsmith’s brilliance and a twisty ride that’s sure to leave audiences surprised.
    — Rebecca Ford, Vanity Fair, 26 Aug. 2026
  • The richest and most watched football league in the world will bring us brilliance, talent, glitz and jamboree.
    — George Caulkin, New York Times, 25 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
  • Owen Wolff, 21, was just a small child back then, watching his father play for MLS glory and represent America with the United States Men’s National Team.
    — PJ Green August 28, Kansas City Star, 28 Aug. 2026
  • How an Iowa baker turned backyard raspberries into State Fair glory, with recipe.
    — Courtney Crowder, Des Moines Register, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of glory
Noun
  • L’Agence’s Akiya silhouette brings simple, flattering elegance to everyday dressing.
    — Minty Mellon, Vogue, 24 Aug. 2026
  • Just look to Bianca Jagger, who never did anything by halves and always found a balance between drama and elegance in her looks.
    — Michel Mejía, Glamour, 24 Aug. 2026
Definition of elegance
Noun
  • Originally published in Esquire magazine, this group portrait of jazz nobility was photographed at 17 East 126th Street in New York City.
    — David Morgan, CBS News, 21 Aug. 2026
  • The idea is to portray them with the same nobility and dignity as the figures of the great masters.
    — Robbie Griffiths, NPR, 9 Aug. 2026
Definition of nobility
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“Splendiferousness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/splendiferousness. Accessed 29 Aug. 2026.

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