First Known Use: 15th century
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resplendent
adjective re·splen·dent \-dənt\
: very bright and attractive
Full Definition of RESPLENDENT
: shining brilliantly : characterized by a glowing splendor <meadows resplendent with wildflowers — Outdoor World>
— re·splen·dent·ly adverb
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Origin of RESPLENDENT
Middle English, from Latin resplendent-, resplendens, present participle of resplendēre to shine back, from re- + splendēre to shine — more at splendid
Synonym Discussion of RESPLENDENT
splendid, resplendent, gorgeous, glorious, sublime, superb mean extraordinarily or transcendently impressive. splendid implies outshining the usual or customary <the wedding was a splendid occasion>. resplendent suggests a glowing or blazing splendor <resplendent in her jewelry>. gorgeous implies a rich splendor especially in display of color <a gorgeous red dress>. glorious suggests radiance that heightens beauty or distinction <a glorious sunset>. sublime implies an exaltation or elevation almost beyond human comprehension <a vision of sublime beauty>. superb suggests an excellence reaching the highest conceivable degree <her singing was superb>.
RESPLENDENT Defined for Kids
resplendent
adjective re·splen·dent \ri-ˈsplen-dənt\
Definition of RESPLENDENT for Kids
: shining brightly : splendid
— re·splen·dent·ly adverb
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