Glorious
'ɡlɔːriəs
Definitions
2 meaningsPossessing or characterized by glory; deserving or bringing fame, honor, or praise.
'ɡlɔːriəs
Deserving or bringing fame and admiration.
The victory was a glorious moment in the team's history.
💡 Simply: Imagine you win a big award, like a gold medal! That feeling of success and happiness? That's what 'glorious' is all about – it's about something amazing and deserving of lots of praise.
👶 For kids: When something is glorious, it means it's really awesome and makes you feel happy and excited, like a beautiful rainbow or a yummy ice cream!
More Examples
The building's architecture was truly glorious.
The painting showed a glorious landscape.
The event was a glorious celebration of art.
How It's Used
"The author wrote a glorious account of the historical event."
"They enjoyed a glorious sunset over the ocean."
Delightful; wonderful; completely enjoyable.
'ɡlɔːriəs
They had a glorious vacation in Hawaii.
💡 Simply: Think about the BEST day ever, maybe a birthday party with all your friends, or a fun day at the park. When something's 'glorious', it means it's really fun and makes you feel super happy!
👶 For kids: It means something is super fun and makes you feel really good, like a yummy treat or playing with your friends.
More Examples
The concert was a glorious experience.
We enjoyed a glorious picnic in the park.
It was a glorious day for a wedding.
How It's Used
"We had a glorious time at the beach."
Synonyms & Antonyms
Idioms & expressions
in all its glory
To show something completely, in its best form.
"The castle stood in all its glory against the sunset."
From Middle English glorieus, from Old French glorieus, from Latin glōriōsus ('full of glory').
The word has been used since the Middle Ages and was commonly used in descriptions of royalty and religious events, often in the context of honor and praise.
Memory tip
Think of a victorious moment, like winning a championship, that fills you with glory and pride.
Word Origin
"fame, glory"