glorious

[ˈɡlɔː.ɹi.əs]
[ˈɡlɔɹ.i.əs]
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An impressive thing about someone or something is that they are glorious.

When we call something or someone glorious, we usually mean that it's amazing and inspiring. You might see this word used to describe a beautiful sunset or a famous work of art. It can also be used to talk about people who do great things, like heroes or leaders. For example, you could say "The Olympics were a glorious celebration of athleticism" or "She was a glorious leader in her community." Sometimes we use the word "glorious" to describe something that feels very special and exciting, like a wedding day or a birthday party. In general, when we call someone or something glorious, we're trying to convey just how amazing they are.

How common is "glorious"?

Word glorious is considered uncommon in modern English.
It has a balanced usage among all categories: speech, fiction, newspapers and academic texts.
Definitions

adjective

  • Exhibiting attributes, qualities, or acts that are worthy of or receive glory.

    Example: glorious deeds

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