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splendid

/ˈsplɛn.dɪd/
splen · did
Adverb:splendidly
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• adjective

1

Excellent, admirable, or very good.

Example

"She came up with a splendid idea for organizing the community charity fundraiser."

2

Magnificent and very impressive in appearance, grandeur, or display.

Example

"The palace interior featured a splendid array of gilded ceilings and crystal chandeliers."

3

Shining brightly; radiant or brilliant with light or color.

Example

"The tropical bird was easily spotted by its splendid plumage of emerald and gold."

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• interjection

1

British Used to express enthusiastic approval, satisfaction, or delight.

Example

""We've finished all the preparations ahead of schedule." "Splendid! Let's take a break then.""

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• Rhymes for splendid

• Nearby Words

splatter
splay
spleen
splendid
splendidly
splendidness
splendor

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the early 17th century from Latin splendidus ('bright, shining, brilliant, magnificent'), derived from the verb splendere ('to shine, glitter').

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