Meaning & use

glory

noun·Advanced

Great honor, fame, or magnificent beauty that inspires admiration.

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The team celebrated their moment of glory after winning the championship.

The cathedral's ceiling was painted in the full glory of gold and blue.

A note on using this word

Often used with 'in,' as in 'bask in glory,' or as an exclamation to express delight.

Words with a similar meaning

honorsplendormagnificence

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