1
as in magnificent
large and impressive in size, grandeur, extent, or conception
a splendid mansion in the Georgian style
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2
as in excellent
of the very best kind
the restaurant's chef can always be relied upon to prepare a splendid dinner
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as in dazzling
giving off or reflecting much light
a splendid diamond that must have been worth a king's ransom
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Recent Examples of splendid
The Holmdel building was the next step, a gleaming, impeccable prism meant to contain thousands of scientists in splendid quiet isolation.
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Christopher Bonanos, Curbed, 27 Feb. 2025
Half an hour more of this splendid confusion and our lion hunt would be a complete and unqualified bust.
—Frank C. Hibben, Outdoor Life, 27 Feb. 2025
After passing through strict security and pacing across a splendid inner courtyard, there are views of spacious and sumptuously decorated rooms before entering the chandelier lit Senate restaurant.
—Tom Mullen, Forbes, 23 Feb. 2025
The centerpiece of the backyard is a splendid infinity pool with a baja shelf, spa and cabana.
—David Caraccio, Sacramento Bee, 22 Feb. 2025
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Christopher Bonanos, Curbed, 27 Feb. 2025
Half an hour more of this splendid confusion and our lion hunt would be a complete and unqualified bust.
—Frank C. Hibben, Outdoor Life, 27 Feb. 2025
After passing through strict security and pacing across a splendid inner courtyard, there are views of spacious and sumptuously decorated rooms before entering the chandelier lit Senate restaurant.
—Tom Mullen, Forbes, 23 Feb. 2025
The centerpiece of the backyard is a splendid infinity pool with a baja shelf, spa and cabana.
—David Caraccio, Sacramento Bee, 22 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for splendid
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Arn talks about the work being not only physically taxing but also rough on the soul, cutting down magnificent trees that have been there for 500 years.—
David Rooney,
The Hollywood Reporter,
27 Jan. 2025
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Rest assured, Saturn’s magnificent rings are still there!—
Phil Plait,
Scientific American,
23 Jan. 2025
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If so, Hamlin, in particular, is excellent at managing his tires.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
New York Times,
13 Apr. 2025
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Salah then surged forward towards the edge of the box before playing an excellent pass with the outside of his left boot.—
Daniel Taylor,
New York Times,
13 Apr. 2025
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Also strutting her stuff is the dazzling Jayme Lawson as Pearline, a local woman unleashed by the excitement of Club Juke.—
Pete Hammond,
Deadline,
10 Apr. 2025
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The 76-minute episode is essentially a tight feature film, starring the dazzling ensemble of Cristin Milioti, Jesse Plemons, Jimmi Simpson, Michaela Coel, Billy Magnussen, and more.—
Proma Khosla,
IndieWire,
9 Apr. 2025
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This extraordinary group rallied together for a single glorious vision: to win four straight playoff games against the finest teams in college football.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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To Step Down As Managing Director Of Singapore’s Hotel Properties The quarter-final marathon against Arthur Fils was the best of the bunch, a captivating young twentysomething match-up of warrior spirits that was reminiscent of Alcaraz’s defeat by Musetti back in that glorious encounter in Germany.—
Tim Ellis,
Forbes.com,
13 Apr. 2025
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Embracing different cultures: There is plenty of wonderful Mexican culture depicted throughout the film, from cooking traditional dishes to the vibrant atmosphere.—
Alex Vance,
Parents,
28 Mar. 2025
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Cherish these moments and know that your efforts to preserve their voices are a wonderful tribute to your relationships.—
Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report,
FOXNews.com,
27 Mar. 2025
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In retrospect, Cassidy would understand that Brianna was high, radiantly high, her skin luminous with heat and her glassy eyes glistening.—
Joyce Carol Oates,
The New Yorker,
16 Mar. 2025
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Her skin is luminous, pale with indignation.—
Joyce Carol Oates,
The New Yorker,
16 Mar. 2025
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Anyway, David won, which would turn out to be a bummer of epic proportions due to the imminent jury ramifications.—
Dalton Ross,
EW.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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The unit, which Morgan’s knows all too well, was a disaster of epic proportions, giving up the most points in a 17-game season and the most rushing yards in a campaign since 1980.—
Mike Kaye,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Apr. 2025
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Ovechkin is easy to like, though, by all accounts a terrific teammate.—
Greg Cote,
Miami Herald,
7 Apr. 2025
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Just when Kenin looked set to push the contest into a decider, Pegula saved three set points and won six consecutive games to mount a terrific fightback and clinch victory.—
Manasi Pathak,
Forbes.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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“Splendid.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/splendid. Accessed 18 Apr. 2025.
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