magnificence — the quality of being magnificent; splendor and grandeur
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the quality of being magnificent; splendor and grandeur
Pronunciation (IPA): /mæɡˈnɪfɪsəns/
Korean meaning: 웅장하고 화려한 상태; 장엄함, 화려함
Korean pronunciation: 매그-니-피-선스 (강세: 니)
Example Sentences
- The magnificence of his wife's cooking made him forget about his diet completely.
- Students were amazed by the magnificence of the new school library.
- The magnificence of her excuse for being late impressed even the strictest teacher.
magnificence
NOUN//mæɡˈnɪfɪsəns//
the quality of being magnificent; splendor and grandeur
Overwhelming splendor and grandeur
Magnificence inspires reverence and excellence
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'magnificentia,' derived from 'magnificus' meaning 'great' or 'noble,' which combines 'magnus' (great) and 'facere' (to make). The word entered English through Old French in the 14th century.
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📝Examples
“The magnificence of his wife's cooking made him forget about his diet completely.”
“Students were amazed by the magnificence of the new school library.”
“The magnificence of her excuse for being late impressed even the strictest teacher.”
“The magnificence of the mountain sunrise took our breath away.”
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