splendor
Translation
splendour, magnificence, brilliance, grandeur
Examples
The splendor of the palace was breathtaking.
The splendour of the palace was breathtaking.
They enjoyed the splendor of the sunset.
They enjoyed the splendour of the sunset.
Grammar Patterns
((the splendour of sth.)) the great beauty or impressive appearance of (sth.) The splendour of the palace was breathtaking.
Similar Words
Synonyms: magnificence, grandeur, brilliance; Antonyms: dullness, squalor
Etymology
From Latin 'splendere', meaning 'to shine, be bright'.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'splendid' view that shines with 'splendor'.