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Definition of splendidly

splendidly

/ˈsplɛndɪdli/
splen · did · ly
Adjective:splendid
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• adverb

1

In an admirable, excellent, or highly successful manner.

Example

"The young pianist performed splendidly during the final round of the competition."

2

In a magnificent, lavish, or visually impressive way.

Example

"The historic palace was splendidly decorated with gilded mirrors and silk tapestries."

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• Rhymes for splendidly

• Nearby Words

splay
spleen
splendid
splendidly
splendidness
splendor
splendorous

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in English from the adjective "splendid" plus the adverbial suffix "-ly," ultimately deriving from the Latin verb "splendere," meaning "to shine or glitter."

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