What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
splendor
Example
The splendor of the palace was breathtaking. [splendor: noun]
Example
The fireworks display was a true splendor to behold. [splendor: adjective]
magnificence
Example
The magnificence of the cathedral was overwhelming. [magnificence: noun]
Example
The view from the mountaintop was truly magnificent. [magnificent: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Magnificence is less common than splendor in everyday language, but it is still widely used in formal writing and literature.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between splendor and magnificence?
Magnificence is generally considered more formal than splendor, although both words can be used in formal contexts.
