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Magnificence

🇬🇧 UK //mæɡˈnɪfɪsəns// 🇺🇸 US //mæɡˈnɪfɪsəns//

Meaning of Magnificence

The quality of being magnificent; grandeur or beauty.

In simple words: Great beauty or greatness.

Magnificence in a sentence

• The magnificence of the royal palace left the tourists in awe.
• We admired the magnificence of the mountains during our hike.
• Her painting captured the magnificence of the sunset flawlessly.
• The magnificence of the event was evident in the decorations and performances.
• Witnessing the magnificence of the ancient ruins is an unforgettable experience.

How to use Magnificence

Used primarily in formal contexts, often to describe grand or impressive beauty or excellence. Less common in everyday conversation.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'magnificent' and picture a stunning palace or landscape.

Related words

Collocations with Magnificence

• magnificence of nature
• magnificence of architecture
• magnificence of art
• magnificence of a ceremony
• magnificence of a performance

Synonyms for Magnificence

• grandeur
• splendor
• beauty
• richness
• excellence

Opposites of Magnificence

• insignificance
• ordinariness
• mediocrity

Common mistakes with Magnificence

• Confused with 'magnificently' - don't use the adverb form when a noun is needed.
• Mistakenly used in informal contexts where simpler words are preferred.
• Overused in casual descriptions where 'beauty' or 'grandeur' would suffice.

Frequently asked questions about Magnificence

What does Magnificence mean?

Great beauty or greatness.

What is the definition of Magnificence?

The quality of being magnificent; grandeur or beauty.

How do you use Magnificence in a sentence?

The magnificence of the royal palace left the tourists in awe.

Can you give another example of Magnificence?

We admired the magnificence of the mountains during our hike.

What are synonyms for Magnificence?

Common alternatives include grandeur, splendor, beauty, richness, excellence.

What is the opposite of Magnificence?

Opposite meanings include insignificance, ordinariness, mediocrity.

What words go with Magnificence?

It commonly pairs with magnificence of nature, magnificence of architecture, magnificence of art, magnificence of a ceremony, magnificence of a performance.

What are common mistakes when using Magnificence?

Confused with 'magnificently' - don't use the adverb form when a noun is needed. Mistakenly used in informal contexts where simpler words are preferred. Overused in casual descriptions where 'beauty' or 'grandeur' would suffice.

How do you pronounce Magnificence?

US: //mæɡˈnɪfɪsəns//, UK: //mæɡˈnɪfɪsəns//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Magnificence formal or informal?

"Magnificence" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.

When should I use Magnificence?

Used primarily in formal contexts, often to describe grand or impressive beauty or excellence. Less common in everyday conversation.