glorious
gb/ɡlˈɔɹiəs/ us/ɡlˈɔɹiəs/
B1
Inglês
~ 2100
fenséges, pompás, ragyogó, nagyszerű, csodálatos, dicsőséges, fényes, kiemelkedő
B1
1
Padrão de uso:
[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.
Exemplos para aprendentes
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.
Erro comum:
Learners sometimes confuse 'glorious' with 'glory'; 'glory' is a noun, while 'glorious' is an adjective.
Significado
Beautiful or magnificent
Colocações
glorious sunset
|glorious day
|glorious view
|glorious victory
Sinónimos
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.)
Antónimos
ugly (Lacking beauty or attractiveness.)
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dull (Lacking brightness, interest, or excitement.)
Temas
appearance
|emotions
|nature
|arts_entertainment
|core_vocabulary
Definição
Very beautiful or impressive.
Having great beauty, grandeur, or splendor that inspires admiration.
B1
2
Padrão de uso:
[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.
Exemplos para aprendentes
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.
Significado
Extremely enjoyable or satisfying
Colocações
glorious feeling
|glorious freedom
|glorious moment
Sinónimos
wonderful (Common and neutral, suitable for many situations.)
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delightful (Emphasizes charm and pleasantness, often lighter in tone.)
Antónimos
miserable (Causing unhappiness or discomfort.)
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unpleasant (Not enjoyable or agreeable.)
Temas
emotions
|daily life
|core_vocabulary
Definição
Very enjoyable or making you feel very happy.
Causing great pleasure, delight, or enjoyment.
B2
FORMAL
3
Padrão de uso:
[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.
Exemplos para aprendentes
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.
Significado
Worthy of honor and admiration
Colocações
glorious history
|glorious career
|glorious tradition
Sinónimos
honorable (Focuses more on moral goodness than beauty.)
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illustrious (Formal; stresses fame and achievements.)
Antónimos
disgraceful (Causing shame or dishonor.)
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shameful (Deserving blame or embarrassment.)
Temas
history
|achievement
|core_vocabulary
Definição
Very good and respected because of success or good qualities.
Deserving great admiration and respect because of notable achievements or qualities.
Gramática
Forma de dicionário
glorious
IPA
GB/ɡlˈɔɹiəs/
US/ɡlˈɔɹiəs/
Sílabas e acento
glor - i - ous (3 sílabas)
Stress on 1st syllable (glor)
Formas da palavra
Adjective
- Base: glorious
Família de palavras
Expressões
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.
Exemplos
- 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.
Exemplos
- 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.
Exemplos
- 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.