Splendid

Pronunciation

• UK IPA: /ˈsplÉ›ndɪd/

Origin

From Latin splendidus, from splendere("to shine") + -idus("adjective forming suffix").

Full definition of splendid

Adjective

1. Possessing or displaying splendor; shining; very bright; as, a splendid sun.
2. Showy; magnificent; sumptuous; pompous; as, a splendid palace; a splendid procession or pageant.
3. Illustrious; heroic; brilliant; celebrated; famous; as, a splendid victory or reputation.

Synonyms

• great
• magnificent
• marvellous

Derived terms

• splendidness

Related terms

• resplend
• resplendent
• splendor

Anagrams

• spindled