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δόξα — meaning in English

doxa

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English meaning

  • fame noun The state of being well known and widely recognized, especially for achievement.
  • glory noun Great honour, fame, or admiration earned through achievement.
  • halo noun A circle of light shown around the head of a holy figure in art.
  • kudos noun Praise, credit, or recognition for something a person has achieved.
  • renown noun Widespread fame or recognition, usually for something admirable.

Senses

δόξα is used for these senses in English:

  • fame The state of being famous or well-known and spoken of, especially for something positive.
  • halo (religion) nimbus, a luminous disc, often of gold, around or over the heads of saints, etc., in religious paintings.
  • kudos Praise; accolades.
  • renown Fame; celebrity; wide recognition.

glory — full definition

  1. noun Great honour, fame, or admiration earned through achievement.
  2. noun Magnificent beauty or splendor.
  3. verb To take great pride or joy in something.

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