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Synonyms & Similar Words
grandeur
splendor
majesty
glory
brilliance
resplendence
opulence
luxury
extravagance
pomp
ceremony
pageantry
magnanimity
generosity
liberality
nobility
greatness
sublimity
loftiness
impressiveness
awe-inspiriting
stunning
breathtaking
spectacular
dramatic
flamboyant
ostentatious
showy
sumptuous
lavish
elaborate
intricate
complex
baroque
ornate
majestic
stately
imposing
commanding
dignified
refined
elegant
sophisticated
cultured
civilized
Meaning of Magnificence
The quality of being magnificent, which involves a combination of qualities such as grandeur, beauty, and impressiveness that inspires admiration or awe.
Definitions
- The quality of being impressive or attractive because of scale, beauty, or grandeur
- * A person or thing of great beauty, quality, or impressiveness
- * An act or gesture of generous or noble spirit
Etymology of Magnificence
The word "magnificence" originates from the Old French word "magnificence," which is derived from the Latin "magnificentia," meaning "grandeur" or "splendor"
The Latin term is a combination of "magnus," meaning "great," and "facere," meaning "to do" or "to make"
Historically, the word has been used to describe the grandeur and splendor of monarchs, nobles, and other high-ranking individuals, as well as impressive architectural structures, artworks, and natural wonders
Example Uses
- The fireworks display ended with a final burst of magnificence, filling the night sky with a kaleidoscope of colors
- * The grand ballroom was a testament to the magnificence of the royal family's wealth and power
- * The musician's performance was a masterpiece of magnificence, showcasing her technical skill and emotional depth
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
modesty
humility
simplicity
plainness
dullness
blandness
unimpressiveness
lackluster
mediocrity
insignificance
inconspicuousness
obscurity
meagerness
poverty
austerity
frugality
restraint
subtlety
understatement
unobtrusiveness
inconsequence