magnificent

Definition

  • adjective: very beautiful or impressive
  • adjective: great in deed or exalted in place
  • used only of former famous rulers
  • synonyms: grand, majestic, glorious

Examples

  • We were awed by the splendor and 'magnificence' of the palace.

  • the 'magnificent' cathedrals of Europe

  • He gave a 'magnificent' performance.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) machine halls, Freder?" "I wanted to look into the faces of the people whose little children are my brothers, my sisters..." "Your magnificent city, Father- and you the brain of this city- and all of us in the city's light...--" "...and where are the people, father, whose hands built your city---?" (..)
    1927 Metropolis