glorious
UK: ˈɡlɔːriəs | US: ˈɡlɔːriəs
adj. having or deserving great fame, praise, or honor
adj. characterized by great beauty or splendor
adj. delightful; wonderful
glorious = glor<fame, praise> + ious<adjective suffix>
- glor: From Latin gloria (fame, renown, praise). Retained in English as a root meaning "honor" or "splendor."
- ious: A suffix derived from Latin -iosus, forming adjectives meaning "full of" or "characterized by."
Etymology Origin:
The word glorious traces back to Latin gloriosus, meaning "full of glory" or "renowned." The root glor (from gloria) reflects concepts of fame and praise, while the suffix -ious amplifies it into an adjective. Over time, the term expanded beyond literal fame to describe anything magnificent or delightful, capturing both external splendor and subjective admiration.
The sunset painted a glorious array of colors across the sky.
She achieved a glorious victory in the championship.
The garden was glorious in full bloom.
They celebrated the glorious history of their nation.
It was a glorious day for a picnic by the lake.