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- pronunciation:
- maeg
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- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective), Word Parts
| part of speech: |
adjective |
| definition 1: |
very grand or splendid; extremely impressive in size or beauty.
From our balcony, we could see a magnificent sunset.The ruler had a magnificent palace built for his new bride.- synonyms:
- glorious, grand, splendid, superb
- antonyms:
- modest, uninspiring
- similar words:
- beautiful, brilliant, golden, gorgeous, grandiose, imposing, impressive, lavish, majestic, noble, palatial, proud, resplendent, sumptuous
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| definition 2: |
of excellent quality; superb.
The critics say her newest play is magnificent.- synonyms:
- excellent, great, marvelous, outstanding, splendid, superb, terrific, tremendous
- antonyms:
- cheap, tawdry
- similar words:
- beautiful, extraordinary, glorious, grand, wonderful
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| related words: |
fancy, fine, gallant, kingly, lush, luxuriant, quality, splendid, stately, striking, superlative |
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| derivation: |
magnificently (adv.) |
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