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Definition of magnificence

magnificence

/mæɡˈnɪf.ɪ.səns/
mag · nif · i · cence
Adverb:magnificently
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Plural:magnificences
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Adjective:magnificent
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magnificence Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The quality of being extremely beautiful, elaborate, or impressive; grand and striking splendor.

Example

"Visitors stood in silent admiration of the sheer magnificence of the ancient cathedral's stained-glass windows."

2

Loftiness of spirit, character, or action, especially as demonstrated through lavish generosity and public patronage.

Example

"Renaissance princes competed to display their civic magnificence by funding ambitious public architecture and works of art."

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• Rhymes for magnificence

• Nearby Words

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magneto
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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from Old French magnificence, from Latin magnificentia ('nobleness, eminence, splendor'), formed from magnus ('great') and the root of facere ('to make or do').

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Magnificence. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/magnificence
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