glorious
gb/ɡlˈɔɹiəs/ us/ɡlˈɔɹiəs/
B1
English
~ 2100
fenséges, pompás, ragyogó, nagyszerű, csodálatos, dicsőséges, fényes, kiemelkedő
B1
1
Usage pattern:
[something] is glorious
The mountain range looked glorious in the morning light.
A hegylánc fenséges látványt nyújtott a reggeli fényben.
We enjoyed a glorious afternoon at the beach.
Pompás délutánt töltöttünk a tengerparton.
Her garden was full of glorious flowers in full bloom.
The team celebrated their glorious win with the fans.
Learner examples
The sky is glorious today.
Ma ragyogó az ég.
We had a glorious picnic in the park.
Pompás piknikünk volt a parkban.
That was a glorious party.
The flowers look glorious in the sun.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse 'glorious' with 'glory'; 'glory' is a noun, while 'glorious' is an adjective.
Meaning
Beautiful or magnificent
Collocations
glorious sunset
|glorious day
|glorious view
|glorious victory
Synonyms
magnificent (Slightly more formal and often used for large or impressive things.)
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splendid (Similar in meaning but can sound more old-fashioned or formal.)
Antonyms
ugly (Lacking beauty or attractiveness.)
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dull (Lacking brightness, interest, or excitement.)
Themes
appearance
|emotions
|nature
|arts_entertainment
|core_vocabulary
Definition
Very beautiful or impressive.
Having great beauty, grandeur, or splendor that inspires admiration.
B1
2
Usage pattern:
[something] is glorious
It was glorious to finally finish the project.
Nagyszerű érzés volt végre befejezni a projektet.
We had a glorious time on our vacation.
Csodálatosan éreztük magunkat a nyaralás alatt.
The weekend was glorious after a stressful week at work.
Learner examples
It is glorious to rest after work.
Nagyszerű pihenni munka után.
We had a glorious day together.
Csodálatos napot töltöttünk együtt.
The food was glorious.
Meaning
Extremely enjoyable or satisfying
Collocations
glorious feeling
|glorious freedom
|glorious moment
Synonyms
wonderful (Common and neutral, suitable for many situations.)
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delightful (Emphasizes charm and pleasantness, often lighter in tone.)
Antonyms
miserable (Causing unhappiness or discomfort.)
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unpleasant (Not enjoyable or agreeable.)
Themes
emotions
|daily life
|core_vocabulary
Definition
Very enjoyable or making you feel very happy.
Causing great pleasure, delight, or enjoyment.
B2
FORMAL
3
Usage pattern:
[someone/something] has a glorious [career/history/victory]
He had a glorious career in public service.
Fényes pályafutása volt a közszolgálatban.
The country remembered its glorious past.
Az ország megemlékezett dicsőséges múltjáról.
It was one of the most glorious victories in the team's history.
Learner examples
She has a glorious career as a doctor.
Kiemelkedő pályafutása van orvosként.
The city has a glorious past.
A városnak dicsőséges múltja van.
They had a glorious win last year.
Meaning
Worthy of honor and admiration
Collocations
glorious history
|glorious career
|glorious tradition
Synonyms
honorable (Focuses more on moral goodness than beauty.)
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illustrious (Formal; stresses fame and achievements.)
Antonyms
disgraceful (Causing shame or dishonor.)
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shameful (Deserving blame or embarrassment.)
Themes
history
|achievement
|core_vocabulary
Definition
Very good and respected because of success or good qualities.
Deserving great admiration and respect because of notable achievements or qualities.
Grammar
Dictionary form
glorious
IPA
GB/ɡlˈɔɹiəs/
US/ɡlˈɔɹiəs/
Syllables & stress
glor - i - ous (3 syllables)
Stress on 1st syllable (glor)
Word forms
Adjective
- Base: glorious
Word family
Expressions
a glorious mess
1/ə ɡlˈɔɹiəs mˈɛs/
fixed phrase
informal
A fun but chaotic situation
A situation that is very messy but also fun or special.
Examples
- The kids’ birthday party was a glorious mess of balloons, cake, and laughter.
- Her art studio is a glorious mess of colors and brushes.
glorious weather
1/ɡlˈɔɹiəs wˈɛðɚ/
fixed phrase
Very pleasant weather conditions
Weather that is sunny, warm, and nice to be outside in.
Examples
- We had glorious weather for our picnic.
- It’s been nothing but glorious weather all week.
in all (one's) glory
1/ˈɪn ˈɔl wˈʌnz ɡlˈɔɹi/
idiom
At one's most impressive state
To be seen at your best or most impressive moment.
Examples
- She walked into the party in all her glory, wearing a stunning red dress.
- The city was shown in all its glory during the festival.