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Antonyms for splendor

Grammar : Noun
Spell : splen-der
Phonetic Transcription : ˈsplɛn dər

Definition of splendor

Origin :
  • mid-15c., from Middle French esplendour, from Latin splendor "brilliance," from splendere "be bright, shine" (see splendid).
  • noun radiance, glory
Example sentences :
  • Now, far be it from us to belittle the splendor of this scientific vision.
  • Extract from : « Understanding the Scriptures » by Francis McConnell
  • The vegetation was extravagant in its luxuriance and splendor.
  • Extract from : « The Rock of Chickamauga » by Joseph A. Altsheler
  • The virility of a country is worth more than the splendor of its monuments.
  • Extract from : « Latin America and the United States » by Elihu Root
  • But no one thought of this; all were too much overcome by the splendor of the Major's presence.
  • Extract from : « The Depot Master » by Joseph C. Lincoln
  • The splendor of the empire under Napoleon had no attractions for him.
  • Extract from : « Graham's Magazine Vol XXXIII No. 1 July 1848 » by Various
  • The splendor of this creation transcends all attempts of interpretation in language.
  • Extract from : « Italy, the Magic Land » by Lilian Whiting
  • The splendor of these salons, indeed, quite exceeds description.
  • Extract from : « Italy, the Magic Land » by Lilian Whiting
  • She neither is to be dazzled by the splendor nor excited by the ambitions of the great world.
  • Extract from : « Roland Cashel » by Charles James Lever
  • There were those found who could not endure the splendor of his success; these calumniated.
  • Extract from : « Great Men and Famous Women, Vol. 8 (of 8) » by Various
  • The kingdom of Granada was now at the height of its splendor.
  • Extract from : « A Short History of Spain » by Mary Platt Parmele

Synonyms for splendor

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