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noun

ˈglȯr-ē How to pronounce glory (audio)
Definition of glorynext
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as in applause
public acknowledgment or admiration for an achievement the theater director gave the stage crew all the glory for the successful production

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as in treasure
an asset that brings praise or renown the new art museum has become the glory of the college campus

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as in brilliance
impressiveness of beauty on a large scale was overwhelmed by the imperial glory of Rome

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as in halo
an artistic rendering of radiant light around the head or body of a sacred personage an altarpiece depicting God seated on His throne and bathed in celestial glory

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glory

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verb

as in to joy
to feel or express joy or triumph the whole city gloried in the home team's winning of the World Series

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glory

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interjection

variants or glory be
as in hurrah
how delightful glory! I thought I'd never see this day come

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Recent Examples of glory
Noun
That Cleveland team from the glory days broke up, but Love chose to stay and signed a four-year, $120 million contract with the Cavs. — Joe Vardon, The Athletic, 6 Mar. 2025 The glory hasn’t diminished in the intervening years. — Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times, 5 Mar. 2025
Verb
Fleabag of old would’ve gloried in sharing this carnal victory with the camera. — Ew Staff, EW.com, 14 Dec. 2019 Unlike the 2000s movies, which gloried in their goofery, Banks’ film clearly wants to break new ground for the franchise. — Darren Franich, EW.com, 19 Nov. 2019 See All Example Sentences for glory
Recent Examples of Synonyms for glory
  1. applause
  2. treasure
  3. brilliance
  4. halo
  5. joy
  6. accolade
  7. jewel
  8. majesty
Noun
  • Hand clapping is ubiquitous behavior for humans across time and cultures, serving many different purposes: to signify approval with applause, for instance, or to keep time to music.
    — Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 12 Mar. 2025
  • Spellbound audiences burst into spontaneous applause.
    — Thomas Doherty, The Hollywood Reporter, 11 Mar. 2025
Definition of applause
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  • So the show’s host is Alan Cumming, the actor and international treasure.
    — Megan Garber, The Atlantic, 13 Mar. 2025
  • This Lemonade Lecture will focus on the hidden treasures of the western trails that wind through picturesque landscapes, charming communities, and vibrant ecosystems.
    — Joe Rassel, Orlando Sentinel, 12 Mar. 2025
Definition of treasure
Noun
  • This is reissue as excavation, revealing new layers of brilliance in an album that already felt limitless.
    — Darryn King, Forbes, 15 Mar. 2025
  • While other fashion capitals had moments of brilliance, Paris stood out for its ability to merge artistry with wearability, offering collections that felt exciting yet deeply rooted in craftsmanship.
    — Rhonda Richford, WWD, 12 Mar. 2025
Definition of brilliance
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  • From the moon, this light appears as a red halo surrounding Earth’s dark disk, essentially a projection of all the world’s sunrises and sunsets onto the lunar landscape.
    — Jamie Carter, Forbes, 13 Mar. 2025
  • Joe Passarelli’s cinematography emphasizes the haziness of Paul’s surroundings, frequently casting halos around any light source in a manner that comes across as gauzy rather than sculptural.
    — Ryan Swen, Variety, 11 Mar. 2025
Definition of halo
Verb
  • Make networking, socializing and participating in activities that bring you joy your priorities.
    — Eugenia Last, The Mercury News, 29 June 2024
  • Acevedo’s treatment of magic as an everyday possibility is compelling, but there is also magic in the wonder, surprise, frustrations, and joys the characters experience in their relationships with one another.
    — Nicole Chung, Time, 25 July 2023
Definition of joy
Noun
  • The special accolade celebrates artists’ contributions to pop culture.
    — Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 17 Mar. 2025
  • As a tenor, Jaden has developed a remarkable vocal range and technical proficiency, which has been recognized with numerous accolades, including first place at the Musical Arts Competition Orange County, semi-finalist at both the Hal Leonard and CS Music competitions.
    — Heide Janssen, Orange County Register, 16 Mar. 2025
Definition of accolade
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  • The crown jewel of Heritage’s menu, Gonzalez said, is the A-5 ribeye, a premium Japanese beef prepared tableside on hot stone.
    — David Hudnall, Kansas City Star, 17 Mar. 2025
  • From the French heritage houses on Place Vendôme, to independent brands presenting their latest jewels at showrooms and luxury hotel around the city, some jewels of spectacular diversity were on show.
    — Kate Matthams, Forbes, 16 Mar. 2025
Definition of jewel
Noun
  • No one does anything in these paintings except turn their back on the viewer and stare forlornly at the world in all its sublime majesty, which Friedrich suggests is a mirror for the world within.
    — Jerry Saltz, Vulture, 7 Feb. 2025
  • His every soaring note was an homage to their majesty.
    — Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 27 Jan. 2025
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