magnificence
UK: /mæɡˈnɪf.ɪ.səns/ | US: /mæɡˈnɪf.ə.səns/
n. the quality of being extraordinarily impressive, beautiful, or grand
n. splendor or grandeur in appearance, style, or design
magnificence = magni<great> + fic<make> + ence<noun suffix>
- magni: From Latin magnus (great, large).
- fic: From Latin facere (to make, do).
- ence: A noun-forming suffix indicating a state or quality (from Latin -entia).
Etymology Origin:
The word traces back to Latin magnificentia, combining magnus (great) and facere (to make). It originally described grandeur in actions or creations, later narrowing to aesthetic or visual splendor. The morphemes reflect a literal "making of greatness," preserving their Latin roots in modern English.
The palace was renowned for its architectural magnificence.
She delivered the speech with effortless magnificence.
The sunset painted the sky in hues of magnificence.
The cathedral’s interior stunned visitors with its sheer magnificence.
His generosity matched the magnificence of his wealth.