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magnificence

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: //mæɡˈnɪfɪsəns//

KK: /mæɡˈnɪfɪsəns/

noun
Definition

The quality of being grand, beautiful, or impressive, often in a way that is striking or awe-inspiring.


Example

The magnificence of the palace left the visitors speechless.


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you see the magnificence of the sunset yesterday?
Sloth B
Absolutely! It was one of the most beautiful I’ve ever seen.
Sloth A
I couldn’t believe the colors; nature really shows its magnificence sometimes.
Sloth B
For sure, it’s moments like that which remind us how stunning the world can be.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
grandeur
splendor
majesty
Antonyms
insignificance
ordinariness
mediocrity
Root Explanation

Magnificence → It is formed from "magnus" (meaning great) and "facere" (meaning to make or do). The word "magnificence" refers to the quality of being great or grand in appearance or action, embodying a sense of splendor and grandeur.

Memory Tip

Think of 'great' ('magnus') and 'to make' ('facere') to remember that magnificence means the quality of being great or grand.

Visually Confused Words
munificence
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