Word
magnificent
Phoneticsmag·nif·i·cent, stress on the second syllable
US/mæɡˈnɪfəsənt/
UK/mæɡnˈɪfɪsənt/
Definitions
01splendid appearance
B2 · Upper Intermediate
adj. extremely beautiful, grand, or impressive to look at.
adj. possessing impressive beauty, grandeur, or scale in physical appearance.
“The view from the top of the mountain was absolutely magnificent.”
“The cathedral's magnificent facade, adorned with intricate stone carvings, dominated the city's skyline for centuries.”
Usage
Often modified by 'absolutely' or 'truly' for emphasis.
02exceptional quality
B2 · Upper Intermediate
adj. extremely good or deserving of great praise.
adj. exhibiting exceptional quality, skill, or merit within its category.
“The pianist gave a magnificent performance that the audience loved.”
“The research team achieved a magnificent breakthrough, solving a mathematical problem that had remained unanswered for decades.”
Synonyms
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “magnificent” in context.
Verb
01. look magnificent
“The gardens look magnificent in the spring when all the flowers are in full bloom.”
verb + adj
02. make something magnificent
“The new lighting system makes the ancient castle look even more magnificent at night.”
verb + noun + adj
Adjective
03. magnificent achievement
“Winning the championship for the third year in a row was a magnificent achievement for the team.”
adj + noun
04. magnificent performance
“The lead actress gave a magnificent performance that earned her a standing ovation.”
adj + noun
05. magnificent view
“From the top of the mountain, we enjoyed a magnificent view of the valley below.”
adj + noun
06. truly magnificent
“The restoration of the cathedral is truly magnificent and attracts thousands of visitors.”
adv + adj
Real-World Examples
“In this way, these two magnificent monuments could be reflected in a huge mirror of water, framed by manicured, green grass.” “Bri Johnson’s elegant costumes include some magnificent millinery and a dash of tartan.” Etymology
From Middle English magnificent, from Middle French magnificent, from Latin magnificentior, comparative of magnificus (“great in deeds or sentiment, noble, splendid, etc.”), from magnus (“great”) + -ficēns, a form of -ficiēns, the regular form, in compounds, of faciēns, a participle of facere (“to do”).
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Word family
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ADVERB
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Common
- Level
- B2 · Upper IntermediateOxford
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