Resplendence

C2 16+

Pronunciation: /rɪˈsplɛndəns/

Definitions of resplendence

noun the state or quality of being resplendent; brilliance or splendor

Example Sentences

A1 The princess's dress sparkled with resplendence.

A2 The resplendence of the sunrise took my breath away.

B1 The resplendence of the palace's architecture was truly impressive.

B2 The resplendence of the opera house was unmatched in its beauty.

C1 The resplendence of the royal ballroom was a sight to behold.

C2 The resplendence of the crown jewels was absolutely stunning.

adjective resplendent (related adjective)

Example Sentences

A1 The princess wore a resplendent gown to the ball.

A2 The resplendent sunrise painted the sky with vibrant colors.

B1 The resplendent chandelier added a touch of elegance to the room.

B2 The resplendent display of fireworks lit up the night sky.

C1 The resplendence of the palace's architecture was truly breathtaking.

C2 The resplendence of the diamond necklace was unmatched in its beauty.

Examples of resplendence in a Sentence

formal The resplendence of the royal palace was truly breathtaking.

informal Wow, did you see the resplendence of that mansion?

slang That party was lit, the resplendence was off the charts.

figurative Her resplendence shone through in everything she did.

Grammatical Forms of resplendence

plural

resplendences

comparative

more resplendent

superlative

most resplendent

present tense

resplend

future tense

will resplend

perfect tense

has resplended

continuous tense

is resplending

singular

resplendence

positive degree

resplendent

infinitive

to resplend

gerund

resplending

participle

resplendent

Origin and Evolution of resplendence

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'resplendence' originated from the Latin word 'resplendentia', which is derived from the verb 'resplendere' meaning 'to shine back'.
Evolution of the word: Over time, 'resplendence' has retained its original meaning of shining brightly or radiantly, often used to describe something that is brilliant or dazzling in appearance.