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View usage for: (splendɪd) 1. adjective [usually ADJECTIVE noun]If you say that something is splendid, you mean that it is very good. The book includes a wealth of splendid photographs. Our house has got a splendid view across to the Cotswolds. I found him to be splendid company during the hour of our acquaintance. Synonyms: excellent, wonderful, marvellous, mean [slang] More Synonyms of splendid splendidly adverb [ADVERB with verb] I have heard him tell people that we get along splendidly. 2. adjective [usually ADJECTIVE noun]If you describe a building or work of art as splendid, you mean that it is beautiful, impressive, and extremely well made. ...a splendid Victorian mansion. Synonyms: magnificent, grand, imposing, impressive More Synonyms of splendid splendidly adverb [ADVERB adjective, ADVERB with verb] The young women are splendidly dressed, some in floor-length ball gowns. Its historic buildings are being slowly and splendidly renovated. ...this splendidly readable and robust autobiography. 3. exclamationYou can say 'splendid' in a conversation to indicate that you approve of a particular situation or something that someone has said. [feelings] 'I was thinking I might do a lemon cream sauce and baked potatoes.' 'Splendid!' Midgeapplauded. More Synonyms of splendid splendid in British English (ˈsplɛndɪd) adjective1. brilliant or fine, esp in appearance 2. characterized by magnificence; imposing 3. glorious or illustrious a splendid reputation 4. brightly gleaming; radiant her splendid face splendid colours 5. very good or satisfactory a splendid time Derived forms splendidly (ˈsplendidly) adverb splendidness (ˈsplendidness) noun Word origin C17: from Latin splendidus, from splendēre to shine splendid in American English (ˈsplɛndɪd) adjective1. having or showing splendor ; specif.,a. shining; lustrous; brilliant 2. worthy of high praise; grand; glorious; illustrious a splendid accomplishment 3. Informal very good; excellent; fine splendid weather Derived forms splendidly (ˈsplendidly) adverb splendidness (ˈsplendidness) noun Word origin L splendidus < splendere, to shine < IE * splend- < base * (s)p(h)el-, to gleam, shine > Sans sphulinga, a spark, Gr splēndos, ashes, Ger flink, lively Examples of 'splendid' in a sentencesplendid They look splendid against a blue winter sky.And it makes rather a splendid bar.Few people want to live in splendid isolation any more.While putting on his boots he had come across something rather splendid.Less exposed are two manor houses in splendid settings.Will he be bringing his splendid new ginger beard?There are still splendid examples of commitment to a similar ethos in football.There are splendid views of the beach and coastline.She looked so splendid that we opted to forgo a screen test.But the result has been greeted elsewhere as something really rather splendid.Initial ideas for the format of this splendid new prize hardly set the pulse racing.Thank you for such a splendid example.Guests will be able to stay in rooms restored to their original grandeur and with splendid views of the park.I’ve something splendid to show you.My favourite old building is the splendid 1825 crescent of houses that sits incongruously on the front.Africa's nations have airlines and some splendid public buildings but these are mere symbols of nationhood.The wonder of it is that England recovered and reeled off four rather splendid victories.Splendid isolation - but what if something goes wrong?From that most splendid of German houses.Their external appearance looks splendid, but what is happening beneath the surface?But in reality it was audacious, surprising and rather splendid.It's worth it for the splendid isolation.At the moment there is a splendid collection of photographs of the excavation in the 1930s taken by two holidaymakers.This splendid building has gone.If he is more than a splendid young cricketer, this extra stuff is to be found in our own desire for heroes. In other languagessplendid British English: splendid / ˈsplɛndɪd/ ADJECTIVE If you say that something is splendid, you mean that it is very good. What a splendid idea! - American English: splendid
- Arabic: رَائِع
- Brazilian Portuguese: esplêndido
- Chinese: 壮丽的
- Croatian: sjajan
- Czech: úžasný
- Danish: storartet
- Dutch: schitterend
- European Spanish: espléndido
- Finnish: loistava
- French: splendide
- German: großartig
- Greek: εκθαμβωτικός
- Italian: splendido
- Japanese: すばらしい
- Korean: 화려한
- Norwegian: glimrende
- Polish: wspaniały
- European Portuguese: esplêndido
- Romanian: splendid
- Russian: великолепный
- Latin American Spanish: espléndido
- Swedish: storartad
- Thai: ยอดเยี่ยม
- Turkish: görkemli
- Ukrainian: чудовий
- Vietnamese: rất hay
Chinese translation of 'splendid' adj - (= excellent) [idea, work]
极好的 (jí hǎo de) - (= impressive) [architecture, work of art]
辉(輝)煌的 (huīhuáng de)
Definition very good The book includes a wealth of splendid photographs. Synonyms topping (British, old-fashioned) cracking (British, informal) crucial (old-fashioned) first-class mega (slang) sick (slang) sovereign (old-fashioned) awesome (slang) def (slang) brill (informal) bodacious (slang, mainly US) boffo (slang) chillin' (US, slang) booshit (Australian, slang) exo (Australian, slang) sik (Australian, slang) rad (informal) phat (slang) beaut (informal) barrie (Scottish, slang) belting (British, slang) pearler (Australian, slang) Opposites poor , ordinary , mediocre , depressing , disgusting , miserable , rotten , pathetic , lacklustre , tawdry , run-of-the-mill , undistinguished , unexceptional , no great shakes (informal) , half-pie (New Zealand, informal) Definition beautiful or impressive a splendid Victorian mansion Synonyms superb ornate splendiferous (facetious) Opposites drab , sordid , squalid , mean , low , poor , plain , dull , beggarly , poverty-stricken a splendid career in publishing Additional synonymsDefinition deserving or inspiring admiration The film tells its story with admirable economy. Synonyms praiseworthy, good, great (informal), fine, capital, noted, choice, champion, prime, select, wonderful, excellent, brilliant, rare, cracking (British, informal), outstanding, valuable, superb, distinguished, superior, sterling, worthy, first-class, notable, sovereign, dope (slang), world-class, exquisite, exemplary, first-rate, superlative, commendable, top-notch (informal), brill (informal), laudable, meritorious, estimable, tiptop, A1 or A-one (informal), bitchin' (US, slang), chillin' (US, slang), booshit (Australian, slang), exo (Australian, slang), sik (Australian, slang), ka pai (New Zealand), rad (informal), phat (slang), schmick (Australian, informal), beaut (informal), barrie (Scottish, slang), belting (British, slang), pearler (Australian, slang) A beaming sun rose out of the sea. Synonyms radiating, bright, brilliant, flashing, shining, glowing, sparkling, glittering, gleaming, glimmering, radiant, glistening, scintillating, burnished, lustrousDefinition emitting or reflecting much light Newborns hate bright lights and loud noises. Synonyms shining, flashing, beaming, glowing, blazing, sparkling, glittering, dazzling, illuminated, gleaming, shimmering, twinkling, radiant, luminous, glistening, resplendent, scintillating, lustrous, lambent, effulgentAdditional synonymsDefinition splendid a brilliant success Synonyms splendid, grand, famous, celebrated, rare, supreme, outstanding, remarkable, superb, magnificent, sterling, glorious, exceptional, notable, renowned, heroic, admirable, eminent, sublime, illustriousDefinition shining with light The event was held in brilliant sunshine. Synonyms bright, shining, intense, sparkling, glittering, dazzling, vivid, radiant, luminous, ablaze, resplendent, scintillating, lustrous, coruscating, refulgent (literary), lambentthe exceptionally beautiful and costly cloths made in northern Italy Synonyms splendid, rich, valuable, precious, gorgeous, lavish, luxurious, sumptuous, priceless, opulentHe gave a dazzling performance. Synonyms splendid, brilliant, stunning (informal), superb, divine (informal), glorious, sparkling, glittering, sensational (informal), sublime, virtuoso, drop-dead (slang), ravishing, scintillatingDefinition having much more than average intelligence, ability, or skill His piano playing is exceptional. Synonyms remarkable, special, excellent, extraordinary, outstanding, superior, first-class, marvellous, notable, phenomenal, first-rate, prodigious, unsurpassed, one in a million, bodacious (slang, US), unexcelled Definition excellent I have a fantastic social life. Synonyms wonderful, great (informal), excellent, very good, mean (slang), topping (British, slang), cracking (British, informal), crucial (slang), smashing (informal), superb, tremendous (informal), magnificent, marvellous, terrific (informal), sensational (informal), mega (slang), awesome (slang), dope (slang), sick (slang), world-class, first-rate, def (slang), brill (informal), out of this world (informal), boffo (slang), the dog's bollocks (taboo, slang), jim-dandy (slang), bitchin' (US, slang), chillin' (US, slang), booshit (Australian, slang), exo (Australian, slang), sik (Australian, slang), rad (informal), phat (slang), schmick (Australian, informal), beaut (informal), barrie (Scottish, slang), belting (British, slang), pearler (Australian, slang) Definition very good This is a fine book. Synonyms excellent, good, great (informal), striking, choice, beautiful, masterly, select, rare, very good, supreme, impressive, outstanding, magnificent, superior, accomplished, sterling, first-class, divine (informal), exceptional, splendid, world-class, exquisite, admirable, skilful, ornate, first-rate, showy, bakgat (South Africa) a glittering academic career Synonyms dazzling, brilliant, distinguished, glorious, splendid, glamorous, illustriousa happy face, glowing with good health Synonyms aglow, red, bright, beaming, radiant, suffused Definition strikingly beautiful or attractive Some of these Renaissance buildings are absolutely gorgeous. Synonyms magnificent, grand, beautiful, superb, spectacular, splendid, glittering, dazzling, luxurious, sumptuous, opulentAdditional synonymsDefinition large or impressive in size or appearance a grand building in the centre of town Synonyms impressive, great, large, magnificent, striking, fine, princely, imposing, superb, glorious, noble, splendid, gorgeous, luxurious, eminent, majestic, regal, stately, monumental, sublime, sumptuous, grandiose, opulent, palatial, ostentatious, splendiferous (facetious) Definition excellent or wonderful He was having a grand time meeting new people. Synonyms excellent, great (informal), fine, wonderful, very good, brilliant, outstanding, smashing (informal), superb, first-class, divine (informal), marvellous (informal), terrific (informal), splendid, awesome (slang), world-class, admirable, super (informal), first-rate, splendiferous (facetious) Definition excellent It's a great film; you must see it. Synonyms excellent, good, fine, wonderful, mean (slang), topping (British, slang), cracking (British, informal), superb, fantastic (informal), tremendous (informal), marvellous (informal), terrific (informal), mega (slang), sovereign, awesome (slang), dope (slang), sick (slang), admirable, first-rate, def (informal), brill (informal), boffo (slang), bitchin', chillin' (US, slang), GR8, jim-dandy (slang), booshit (Australian, slang), exo (Australian, slang), sik (Australian, slang), rad (informal), phat (slang), schmick (Australian, informal), beaut (informal), barrie (Scottish, slang), belting (British, slang), pearler (Australian, slang) Definition famous and distinguished the most illustrious scientists of the century Synonyms famous, great, noted, celebrated, signal, brilliant, remarkable, distinguished, prominent, glorious, noble, splendid, notable, renowned, eminent, famed, exaltedDefinition grand or impressive An imposing figure loomed over me. Synonyms impressive, striking, grand, august, powerful, effective, commanding, awesome, majestic, dignified, stately, forcibleDefinition capable of impressing, esp. by size, magnificence, or importance The film's special effects are particularly impressive. Synonyms grand, striking, splendid, good, great (informal), fine, affecting, powerful, exciting, wonderful, excellent, dramatic, outstanding, stirring, superb, first-class, marvellous (informal), terrific (informal), awesome, world-class, admirable, first-rate, crash-hot (Australian), forcible, gee-whizz (slang) Definition great in quantity or richness a lavish party to celebrate his fiftieth birthday Synonyms grand, magnificent, splendid, lush, abundant, sumptuous, exuberant, opulent, copious, luxuriant, profusea head of thick, lustrous, wavy brown hair Synonyms shining, bright, glowing, sparkling, dazzling, shiny, gleaming, glossy, shimmering, radiant, luminous, glistening, burnished Definition characterized by luxury a luxurious hotel Synonyms sumptuous, expensive, comfortable, magnificent, costly, splendid, lavish, plush (informal), opulent, ritzy (slang), de luxe, well-appointed Definition excellent or splendid He certainly is a marvellous actor. Synonyms excellent, great, mean (slang), topping (British, slang, old-fashioned), wonderful, brilliant, bad (slang), cracking (British, informal), amazing, crucial (slang), extraordinary, remarkable, smashing (informal, old-fashioned), superb, spectacular, fantastic (informal), magnificent, astonishing, fabulous (informal), divine (informal), glorious, terrific (informal), splendid, sensational (informal), mega (slang), sovereign (old-fashioned), awesome (slang), breathtaking, phenomenal, astounding, singular, miraculous, colossal, super (informal), wicked (informal), def (slang), sick (slang), prodigious, wondrous (archaic, literary), brill (informal), stupendous, jaw-dropping, eye-popping, bodacious (slang, US), boffo (slang), jim-dandy (slang), chillin' (US, slang), booshit (Australian, slang), exo (Australian, slang), sik (Australian, slang), mRvLS, rad (informal), phat (slang), schmick (Australian, informal), beaut (informal), barrie (Scottish, slang), belting (British, slang), pearler (Australian, slang) Additional synonymsDefinition excellent or skilful She plays a mean game of tennis. Synonyms excellent, great (informal), outstanding, superb, bad (informal), fine, masterly, wonderful, brilliant (British, informal), smashing (informal), tremendous (informal), ace (informal), magnificent, neat (US, informal), fabulous (informal), first-class, marvellous, exceptional, terrific (informal), formidable, sensational (informal), awesome (informal), sick (slang), skilful, A1 (informal), virtuoso, super (informal), wicked (informal), first-rate, bonzer (Australian, informal), badass (US, informal), booshit (Australian, slang), exo (Australian, slang), sik (Australian, slang), rad (informal), phat (slang), schmick (Australian, informal), beaut (informal), barrie (Scottish, slang), belting (British, slang), pearler (Australian, slang) Definition very good an outstanding tennis player Synonyms excellent, good, great (informal), important, special, fine, noted, champion, celebrated, brilliant, impressive, superb, distinguished, well-known, prominent, superior, first-class, exceptional, notable, world-class, exquisite, admirable, eminent, exemplary, first-rate, stellar (informal), superlative, top-notch (informal), mean (slang), sick (slang), pre-eminent, meritorious, estimable, tiptop, A1 or A-one (informal), booshit (Australian, slang), exo (Australian, slang), sik (Australian, slang), rad (informal), phat (slang), schmick (Australian, informal), beaut (informal), barrie (Scottish, slang), belting (British, slang), pearler (Australian, slang) Definition of uncommonly high quality She has a rare ability to record her observations on paper. Synonyms superb, great (informal), fine, excellent, extreme, exquisite, admirable, superlative, choice, incomparable, peerlessDefinition shining brightly Synonyms shining, bright, brilliant, gleaming, radiant, resplendent, lustrous, lambent, irradiant Definition striking or extraordinary He was a remarkable man. Synonyms extraordinary, striking, outstanding, famous, odd, strange, wonderful, signal, rare, unusual, impressive, surprising, distinguished, prominent, notable, phenomenal, uncommon, conspicuous, singular, miraculous, noteworthy, pre-eminentDefinition shining She was resplendent in royal blue velvet. Synonyms brilliant, radiant, splendid, glorious, bright, shining, beaming, glittering, dazzling, gleaming, luminous, lustrous, refulgent (literary), effulgent, irradiant This is a Baroque church with a rich interior. Synonyms costly, fine, expensive, valuable, superb, elegant, precious, elaborate, splendid, gorgeous, lavish, exquisite, sumptuous, priceless, palatial, beyond price The band launch their schmick new CD next week. Synonyms excellent, outstanding, good, great (informal), fine, prime, capital, noted, choice, champion, cool (informal), select, brilliant, very good, cracking (British, informal), crucial (slang), mean (slang), superb, distinguished, fantastic (informal), magnificent, superior, sterling, worthy, first-class, marvellous, exceptional, terrific (informal), splendid, notable, mega (slang), topping (British, slang), sovereign, dope (slang), sick (slang), world-class, exquisite, admirable, exemplary, wicked (slang), first-rate, def (slang), superlative, top-notch (informal), brill (informal), pre-eminent, meritorious, estimable, tiptop, bodacious (slang, US), boffo (slang), the dog's bollocks (taboo, slang), jim-dandy (slang), A1 or A-one (informal), bitchin' (US, slang), chillin' (US, slang), booshit (Australian, slang), exo (Australian, slang), sik (Australian, slang), rad (informal), phat (slang), beaut (informal), barrie (Scottish, slang), belting (British, slang), pearler (Australian, slang) Definition of great moral, artistic, or spiritual value the sublime beauty of nature Synonyms noble, magnificent, glorious, high, great, grand, imposing, elevated, eminent, majestic, lofty, exalted, transcendentDefinition magnificent and very expensive a sumptuous feast Synonyms luxurious, rich, grand, expensive, superb, magnificent, costly, splendid, posh (informal, British), gorgeous, lavish, extravagant, plush (informal), opulent, palatial, ritzy (slang), de luxe, splendiferous (facetious) Additional synonymsDefinition extremely good or impressive a superb 18-hole golf course Synonyms splendid (old-fashioned), excellent, magnificent, topping (British, old-fashioned), fine, choice, grand, superior, divine (informal), marvellous, gorgeous, mega (slang), sick (slang), awesome (slang), world-class, exquisite, breathtaking, first-rate, superlative (formal), unrivalled, brill (informal), bodacious (slang, US), boffo (slang), splendiferous (facetious), of the first water (rare), chillin' (US, slang), booshit (Australian, slang), exo (Australian, slang), sik (Australian, slang), rad (informal), phat (slang), schmick (Australian, informal), beaut (informal), barrie (Scottish, slang), belting (British, slang), pearler (Australian, slang) Definition extremely fine I've always thought he was a wonderful actor. Synonyms excellent, mean (slang), great (informal), topping (British, slang), brilliant, cracking (British, informal), outstanding, smashing (informal), superb, fantastic (informal), tremendous, ace (informal), magnificent, fabulous (informal), marvellous, terrific (informal), sensational (informal), sovereign, awesome (slang), sick (slang), admirable, super (informal), brill (informal), stupendous, out of this world (informal), tiptop, bodacious (slang, US), boffo (slang), jim-dandy (slang), chillin' (US, slang), booshit (Australian, slang), exo (Australian, slang), sik (Australian, slang), rad (informal), phat (slang), schmick (Australian, informal) |