adj

resplendent

rih-SPLEHN-duhnt

Resplendent (adj) means shining brightly and impressively; dazzling in appearance. Example: “The bride looked resplendent in her white gown.”

adj

Shining brightly and impressively; dazzling in appearance.

"The bride looked resplendent in her white gown."

"The cathedral was resplendent with gold and stained glass."

How to use resplendent

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishExtremely bright, colorful, or splendid-looking.

When to use it

A fairly formal or literary word, often used for grand or ceremonial appearances.

Common pairings

resplendent in resplendent with color

Word forms

more resplendent comparative, most resplendent superlative

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Etymology

From Latin resplendere, "to shine back, glitter," from re- ("back") plus splendere ("to shine").

Origin: Latin

Rhymes for resplendent

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Frequently asked questions

What does “resplendent” mean?

The word “resplendent” means shining brightly and impressively; dazzling in appearance. In plain terms, extremely bright, colorful, or splendid-looking.

How do you pronounce “resplendent”?

“Resplendent” is pronounced rih-SPLEHN-duhnt (/ɹɪˈsplɛn.dənt/ in IPA).

How do you use “resplendent” in a sentence?

Here is “resplendent” used in a sentence: “The bride looked resplendent in her white gown.”

What part of speech is “resplendent”?

“Resplendent” is an adjective.

Where does the word “resplendent” come from?

The word “resplendent” comes from Latin. From Latin resplendere, "to shine back, glitter," from re- ("back") plus splendere ("to shine").