glorious — having, worthy of, or bringing fame or admiration; magnificent and splendid
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: having, worthy of, or bringing fame or admiration; magnificent and splendid
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɡlɔːriəs/
Example Sentences
- My mom thinks doing laundry is a glorious achievement worthy of a trophy.
- The glorious sunrise painted the sky in brilliant colors.
- He had a glorious dream of becoming a professional pizza taster.
glorious
ADJECTIVE[/ˈɡlɔːriəs/]
having, worthy of, or bringing fame or admiration; magnificent and splendid
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🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Latin gloria, meaning 'glory' or 'fame,' originally used to express the splendour and majesty of the gods. In ancient Rome, the term was employed to describe the triumphant processions of victorious military commanders, a usage that has persisted through to modern English.
Breakdown
gloria (Latin: glory, fame) + -ous (adjective suffix meaning 'full of' or 'characterized by'). The suffix -ous transforms the noun into an adjective meaning 'full of glory.'
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📝Examples
“My mom thinks doing laundry is a glorious achievement worthy of a trophy.”
“The glorious sunrise painted the sky in brilliant colors.”
“He had a glorious dream of becoming a professional pizza taster.”
“The ancient castle stood in its glorious splendor on the hilltop.”
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