Synonyms for magnificent
mægˈnɪf ə səntmag·nif·i·cent

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1. magnificent

   Royal denotes that which actually belongs or pertains to a monarch; the royal residence is that which the king occupies, royal raiment that which the king wears. Regal denotes that which in outward state is appropriate for a king; a subject may assume regal magnificence in residence, dress, and equipage. Kingly denotes that which is worthy of a king in personal qualities, especially of character and conduct; as, a kingly bearing; a kingly resolve. Princely is especially used of treasure, expenditure, gifts, etc., as princely munificence, a princely fortune, where regal could not so well be used and royal would change the sense. The distinctions between these words are not absolute, but the tendency of the best usage is as here suggested.

   Synonyms:
   august, kinglike, kingly, majestic, munificent, princely, regal, royal

   Antonyms:
   beggarly, contemptible, mean, poor, servile, slavish, vile

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1. magnificent

   Synonyms:
   grand, magnanimous, noble, splendid, superb, august, imposing, gorgeous, stately, majestic, dignified, sublime, pompous

   Antonyms:
   petty, mean, little, paltry, flat, beggarly, small minded, ordinary, tawdry, uninposing, tame

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1. brilliant, glorious, magnificent, splendidadjective

   characterized by grandeur

   "the brilliant court life at Versailles"; "a glorious work of art"; "magnificent cathedrals"; "the splendid coronation ceremony"

   Synonyms:
   fantabulous, splendiferous, excellent, resplendent, superb, first-class, glorious, bright, smart as a whip, brainy, splendid, brilliant, vivid

   Antonyms:
   unimpressive

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1. magnificentadjective

   Synonyms:
   grand (in appearance), splendid, pompous, imposing, stately, superb

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1. magnificentadjective

   Synonyms:
   splendid, superb, sublime, majestic, stately, grand

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1. List of paraphrases for "magnificent":

   beautiful, wonderful, splendid, excellent, gorgeous, resplendent, fantastic, superb, grand, glorious, marvellous, magnifique, great, brilliant, amazing, sublime, grandiose, lovely, terrific, majestic

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1. Jack London:

   I would rather be ashes than dust I would rather that my spark should burn out in a brilliant blaze than it should be stifled by dry-rot. I would rather be a superb meteor, every atom of me in magnificent glow, than a sleepy and permanent planet. The proper function of man is to live, not to exist. I shall not waste my days in trying to prolong them. I shall use my time.

2. George S. Patton:

   Battle is the most magnificent competition in which a human being can indulge. It brings out all that is best; it removes all that is base. All men are afraid in battle. The coward is the one who lets his fear overcome his sense of duty. Duty is the essence of manhood.

3. The ICC:

   The( ICC) The Board considered the behavior of some of the West Indies players in the immediate aftermath of the final, and unanimously agreed that certain comments and actions were inappropriate, disrespectful and brought the event into disrepute, the Board acknowledged an apology by the WICB but was disappointed to note that such behavior had detracted from the success of what was otherwise a magnificent tournament and final.

4. Heather Lydia Thornhill:

   Love is like a volcano hidden deep inside, at times it erupts in a magnificent happening.

5. Andrew Freeman:

   Physical activity is just absolutely magnificent, and when if you blend that with eating a more plant-based diet, de-stressing, sleeping enough and connecting with others -- that's your magic recipe. It's the fountain of youth, if you will.