splendor
8 synonyms and 0 antonyms for splendor, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Great brightness, beauty, or magnificence.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use splendor
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Latin splendor, from splendēre, "to shine."
Full origin of splendor →Frequently asked questions
What does “splendor” mean?
The word “splendor” means great brightness, beauty, or magnificence. In plain terms, dazzling beauty, brightness, or grandeur.
How do you pronounce “splendor”?
“Splendor” is pronounced SPLEHN-duh (/ˈsplɛndɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “splendor” in a sentence?
Here is “splendor” used in a sentence: “The splendor of the cathedral left tourists speechless.”
What part of speech is “splendor”?
“Splendor” is a noun.
Where does the word “splendor” come from?
The word “splendor” comes from Latin. From Latin splendor, from splendēre, "to shine.".