dubious splendor

Meanings

• noun

  A display or show of something questionable or doubtful, often with an element of extravagance or luxury.

  - "The politician's dubious splendor hid his questionable dealings."
  - "Despite the dubious splendor of the carnival, the children were delighted."

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Variants

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splendor , splendorous , splendors , splendrous , splendour , splendours

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Etymology

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The term 'dubious splendor' is a compound of 'dubious' meaning uncertain or questionable, and 'splendor' meaning grandeur or magnificence.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'dubious splendor' was first used in English literature in the 16th century.

2. In some cultures, the concept of dubious splendor is associated with the idea of 'false faces', or the idea that people often present a different face to the world than their true selves.

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Related Concepts

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1. ostentatious: Related to ostentatious, as both terms refer to something that is intended to draw attention to itself through extravagance or luxury.

2. hollow victory: A 'hollow victory' can be considered a type of dubious splendor, as it refers to a victory that comes at a great cost or with questionable morality.

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Culture

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In literature, 'dubious splendor' is often used to describe a situation or display that appears impressive on the surface but hides questionable or unsavory elements. In art, it can refer to a painting or sculpture that uses extravagant materials or techniques to draw attention to a controversial subject.

How to Memorize "dubious splendor"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a grand, extravagant display that is hiding something questionable or uncertain.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the term with a political figure or situation that involves questionable practices but is presented in a grand or luxurious way.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Doubting Splendor' to remember the meaning of the term.

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