Panoply

Pronunciation: /ˈpænəpli/

Definitions of panoply

noun a splendid display or array

Example Sentences

A1 The circus performer wore a colorful panoply of costumes.

A2 The museum displayed a panoply of artifacts from ancient civilizations.

B1 The royal family arrived at the ceremony in a panoply of luxury cars.

B2 The fashion show featured a panoply of designer dresses and accessories.

C1 The diplomatic reception was attended by a panoply of world leaders and dignitaries.

C2 The historical reenactment included a panoply of weapons and armor from the Middle Ages.

Examples of panoply in a Sentence

formal The museum displayed a panoply of artifacts from ancient civilizations.

informal There was a panoply of snacks at the party last night.

slang I can't believe the panoply of drama that unfolded at school today.

figurative Her mind was a panoply of conflicting thoughts and emotions.

Grammatical Forms of panoply

• past tense: panoplied
• plural: panoplies
• comparative: more panoply
• superlative: most panoply
• present tense: panoplies
• future tense: will panoply
• perfect tense: have panoplied
• continuous tense: is panoplying
• singular: panoply
• positive degree: panoply
• infinitive: to panoply
• gerund: panoplying
• participle: panoplying

Origin and Evolution of panoply

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Greek

Story behind the word: The word 'panoply' originated from the Greek word 'panoplia', which means full armor or complete suit of armor.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'panoply' has evolved to refer to a complete or impressive collection of things, rather than just armor or weaponry.