glorious (adj.)
Pronunciation:
British English: /ˈɡlɔːriəs/
American English: /ˈɡlɔːriəs/
Meaning:
1. Beautiful and impressive:
This meaning focuses on the visually stunning aspect of something.
– Example: “A glorious sunset painted the sky with vibrant colors.”
2. Wonderful and joyful:
This meaning emphasizes the feeling of great happiness and pleasure something brings.
– Example: “They had a glorious time on their vacation, filled with laughter and adventure.”
3. Deserving praise and admiration:
This meaning highlights the worthiness of something for recognition and honor.
– Example: “The athlete’s glorious victory brought pride to the entire nation.”
4. Very successful and famous:
This meaning emphasizes the achievement of great success and renown.
– Example: “The scientist had a glorious career, marked by groundbreaking discoveries.”
Comparative: more glorious
Superlative: most glorious
Examples:
Beautiful and impressive: “The view from the mountaintop was glorious, with rolling hills and sparkling lakes.”
Wonderful and joyful: “Their wedding day was glorious, filled with love and celebration.”
Deserving praise and admiration: “The firefighter’s courageous act was a glorious example of bravery.”
Very successful and famous: “The company achieved glorious success with its innovative new product.”
Collocations:
Glorious weather
Glorious victory
Glorious occasion
Glorious career
Glorious past
Related terms:
Magnificent
Splendid
Wonderful
Triumphant
Illustrious