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magnificence

 

[ mæɡˈnɪfɪsəns ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

showing grandeur

The quality of being magnificent or splendid. It is the grandeur or beauty of something on a large scale.

Synonyms

grandeur, majesty, splendor

Examples of usage

  • The magnificence of the palace took my breath away.
  • The magnificence of the sunset painted the sky in hues of gold and pink.
Context #2 | Noun

impressive appearance

Impressive beauty or splendor. An impressive or striking appearance or display.

Synonyms

beauty, grandeur, splendor

Examples of usage

  • The magnificence of her dress caught everyone's attention.
  • The natural magnificence of the mountain range left me speechless.

Translations

Translations of the word "magnificence" in other languages:

🇵🇹 magnificência

🇮🇳 वैभव

🇩🇪 Pracht

🇮🇩 keagungan

🇺🇦 велич

🇵🇱 wspaniałość

🇯🇵 壮麗 (sōrei)

🇫🇷 magnificence

🇪🇸 magnificencia

🇹🇷 ihtişam

🇰🇷 장엄함 (jang-eomham)

🇸🇦 روعة

🇨🇿 velkolepost

🇸🇰 veľkoleposť

🇨🇳 壮丽 (zhuànglì)

🇸🇮 veličina

🇮🇸 dýrð

🇰🇿 салтанат

🇬🇪 დიდებულება

🇦🇿 möhtəşəmlik

🇲🇽 magnificencia

Etymology

The word 'magnificence' originated from the Latin word 'magnificentia', which means greatness or grandeur. It has been used in the English language since the late 14th century. Over the years, 'magnificence' has been associated with beauty, splendor, and grandeur, reflecting the admiration of impressive and majestic qualities.

See also: magnificently.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #13,643, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.