Splendid

/ˈsplɛndɪd/ · adjective

Meaning

Possessing or displaying splendor; shining; very bright..

Definitions by Sense

1. Possessing or displaying splendor; shining; very bright.
2. Gorgeous; magnificent; sumptuous; of remarkable beauty.
3. Brilliant, excellent, of a very high standard.

Example Sentences

a splendid sun

It is distinguished from xanthocobaltic nitrate by its crystalline form, and by yielding a splendid cinnabarred precipitate with a solution of iodine in potassium iodide […]

a splendid palace

a splendid procession

a splendid pageant

November 2 2014, Daniel Taylor, "Sergio Agüero strike wins derby for Manchester City against 10-man United," guardian.co.uk Hart had to make two splendid saves as Van Persie and Di María took aim and Fellaini should really have done better with a headed chance.

"We've fallen on our feet and no mistake," said Peter. "This is going to be perfectly splendid. That old chap will let us do anything we like."

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Word Forms

• splendider
• more splendid
• splendidest
• most splendid

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