adjective
glorious
GLOR-ee-us/ˈɡlɔːriəs/
Splendid or worthy of great admiration.
The sunlit mountain valley looks glorious beneath the luminous clouds.
Etymology
Glorious means “full of glory,” connecting it first with honor and renown. Glory also carries the sense of splendor or magnificence, which links the adjective to striking beauty as well as worthiness of admiration.
In context
the church which was established by Christ to be glorious without spot or wrinkle perfect and holy
More examples
- We enjoy a glorious view of the mountains from our balcony.
- The team's glorious victory brings the whole town together.
- What glorious weather for a picnic!
Forms
glorious
gloriously adverb — In a splendid or magnificent way.
Similar words
- magnificent
- Emphasizes impressive beauty or grandeur rather than earned admiration.
- splendid
- Often praises excellent quality without suggesting greatness or lasting honor.