splendours

Meanings

• noun

  The state or quality of being grand, impressive, or beautiful.

  - "The city offered splendours beyond imagination."
  - "The wedding was a splendour of colours and music."
  - "The splendours of nature never cease to amaze me."

• noun

  A display of wealth or extravagance.

  - "The king's court was a splendour of jewels and gold."
  - "The palace was a splendour fit for a queen."
  - "The ballroom was filled with the splendours of the aristocracy."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with splendours
wonders , thunders , plunders

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Variants

List of all variants of splendours that leads to same result
splendor , splendour , splendours

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Etymology

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From Old French 'esplendour', from 'esplendre' meaning 'to shine forth'

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Trivia

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1. The word 'splendour' is often used interchangeably with the word 'magnificence'.

2. In medieval Europe, a 'splendour' was a large, ornate cloth used to cover the altar in a church.

3. The term 'splendid isolation' was used to describe the situation of Britain during the Victorian era, when it maintained its independence from other European powers.

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Related Concepts

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1. magnificence: A quality of great beauty, grandeur, or splendour.

2. luxury: The state of living in comfort and wealth.

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Culture

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Splendours have been a symbol of wealth, power, and beauty throughout history. They have been depicted in art, literature, and music, often representing the pinnacle of human achievement. In literature, splendours are often used to describe grand settings or impressive displays.

How to Memorize "splendours"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a grand palace filled with beautiful art and precious jewels. Visualize the glistening chandeliers and the elegant guests dressed in their finest clothes.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'splendours' with the word 'magnificence'. Think of grand, impressive things when you hear the word.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym 'SPLENDOURS' to remember the definition: 'S' for State, 'P' for Power, 'L' for Luxury, 'E' for Extravagance, 'N' for Nobility, 'D' for Display, 'O' for Opulence, and 'R' for Radiance.

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