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splendid

adj.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈspɫɛndɪd// UK //splˈɛndɪd// splen·did

adj. excellent, very impressive, or beautiful. You use it to describe something that is high quality or very pleasant.

adj. possessing magnificent or impressive qualities; excellent or very good. Often used in British English to express enthusiastic approval.


SIMPLE

The garden looks splendid in the morning sun.

CONTEXTUAL

We had a splendid time at the theater last night, and the performance was truly world-class.

COMPLEX

The architect's vision resulted in a splendid restoration of the cathedral, balancing historical accuracy with modern structural integrity.

Synonyms
Origin

From Latin splendidus, from splendere (“to shine”) + -idus (“adjective forming suffix”).

Usage

Typically used as a gradable adjective; can be modified by 'absolutely' or 'quite'.

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