resplendent — attractive and impressive through being richly colorful or sumptuous
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: attractive and impressive through being richly colorful or sumptuous
Pronunciation (IPA): /rɪˈsplendənt/
Example Sentences
- The peacock looked absolutely resplendent as it strutted around the zoo, showing off like it was on a fashion runway.
- The Christmas tree stood resplendent with thousands of twinkling lights and ornaments.
- My grandmother looked resplendent at her 80th birthday party, wearing more jewelry than a pirate's treasure chest.
resplendent
ADJECTIVE[/rɪˈsplendənt/]
attractive and impressive through being richly colorful or sumptuous

a queen stands proudly wearing an elaborate golden crown encrusted with gleaming jewels and diamonds. Her flowing royal robes shimmer with intricate gold embroidery and precious gemstone details that catch the light brilliantly. The ornate throne behind her gleams with polished gold and silver decorations. Massive crystal chandeliers overhead cast sparkling light across the scene, making everything glow magnificently. Courtiers and nobles around her bow in awe, their faces filled with wonder at the breathtaking display. Royal guards in ceremonial armor with gleaming metal and colorful plumes stand at attention. someone appearing attractive and impressive through being richly colorful and sumptuous
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'resplendere', meaning 'to shine brightly' or 'to glitter'. The word literally means 'to shine back' or 'to shine again', suggesting something that reflects or radiates brilliant light.
Breakdown
re- (back/again) + splend- (to shine) + -ent (adjective suffix meaning 'having the quality of')
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📝Examples
“The peacock looked absolutely resplendent as it strutted around the zoo, showing off like it was on a fashion runway.”
“The Christmas tree stood resplendent with thousands of twinkling lights and ornaments.”
“My grandmother looked resplendent at her 80th birthday party, wearing more jewelry than a pirate's treasure chest.”
“The cathedral's resplendent stained glass windows cast colorful patterns on the floor.”
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