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glorious

[ˈɡlɔːrɪəs]

glorious Definition

  • 1having or deserving great fame, praise, and honour
  • 2magnificent, splendid

Using glorious: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "glorious" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    It was a glorious victory for the team.

  • Example

    The sunset was a glorious sight to behold.

  • Example

    She looked glorious in her wedding dress.

  • Example

    The concert was a glorious celebration of music.

glorious Synonyms and Antonyms

Idioms Using glorious

  • a situation or thing that is chaotic, disorganized, or confusing but still manages to be impressive or enjoyable

    Example

    The party was a glorious mess, with people dancing on tables, drinks spilling everywhere, and laughter filling the air.

  • a time in the past when someone or something was at their best or most successful

    Example

    He often talks about his glory days in college, when he was the star quarterback of the football team.

  • to bask in someone's glory

    to enjoy the benefits or attention that someone else has earned through their hard work or success

    Example

    She's been basking in her sister's glory ever since she won the award, even though she had nothing to do with it.

Phrases with glorious

  • a period in history marked by significant achievements or events

    Example

    The country has a glorious past, with a rich cultural heritage and a long history of trade and commerce.

  • a political upheaval in England in 1688-89 that resulted in the ousting of James II and the establishment of William III and Mary II as joint monarchs

    Example

    The Glorious Revolution marked a turning point in English history, leading to the establishment of a constitutional monarchy and the supremacy of Parliament.

  • the unpredictability of life and the future, often used in a positive sense to connote the excitement and adventure of not knowing what lies ahead

    Example

    Life is full of glorious uncertainty, and that's what makes it so exciting and worth living.

Origins of glorious

from Latin 'gloriosus', from 'gloria', meaning 'glory'

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Summary: glorious in Brief

The term 'glorious' [ˈɡlɔːrɪəs] describes something that is magnificent, splendid, and deserving of great fame, praise, and honor. It can refer to a wide range of contexts, from victories and sunsets to concerts and weddings. 'Glorious' extends into phrases like 'glorious past,' and idioms like 'a glorious mess,' denoting chaos that is still impressive, and 'glory days,' referring to a time of success.

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