splendor

Meanings

• noun

  The quality or display of grandeur, elegance, or beauty, especially of a person, a room, equipment, or a piece of art.

  - "The palace was a sight of great splendor."
  - "The wedding was a splendid affair."
  - "The sunset painted the sky in a splendor of colors."

• noun

  A great display or exhibition of something, typically a performance.

  - "The rock band gave a splendid performance."
  - "The circus put on a splendor of acrobatics and juggling."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈsplɛndɚ/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with splendor
mender , sender , tender

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Variants

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splendor , splendorous , splendors , splendrous , splendour , splendours

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Etymology

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From Old French espandre 'to spread', from es 'out' + pandre 'to spread'. Related to spread.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'splendor' comes from the Latin word 'spendere', which means 'to spend'.

2. In ancient Rome, a 'splendidissimus' was a man of great wealth and distinction.

3. The term 'splendor in the grass' is a metaphor for the fleeting beauty and happiness of youth.

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Related Concepts

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1. magnificence: A term synonymous with splendor, referring to grandeur and elegance.

2. luxury: A term related to splendor, referring to the enjoyment of comfort and extravagance.

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Culture

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In literature, splendor is often used to describe the grandeur and opulence of settings and characters. In art, it is depicted through the use of rich colors and intricate details. In music, it is conveyed through grandiose compositions and elaborate performances.

How to Memorize "splendor"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a grand palace with gold decorations, red carpets, and expensive artwork. Imagine the feeling of walking into such a place.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'splendor' with the feeling of awe and wonder. Think of it as something that leaves you in amazement.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the word 'splendor' by thinking of the 'S' in 'spread' and 'plenitude' in 'plenty'.

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