Phrases starting with the letter: A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z
Definition of: magnificent
(mag·nif′ə·sənt) adjective
1. Grand or majestic in appearance, quality, character, or action; extremely fine or good; befitting the great, as in deeds, manners, or surroundings; great in effect, promise, or import: a magnificent prospect, pearl, plan, etc.; also, exalted; imposing; magnificent language.
2. Exhibiting magnificence; characterized by splendor: sometimes used as a title: Suleiman the Magnificent. See synonyms under GRAND, IMPERIAL, SUBLIME. [<OF <LL magnificens, var. of magnificus. See MAGNIFIC]
—mag·nif′i·cent·ly adverb
Comment about this word, ask questions, or add new information about this topic: