glorious

• Décrit quelque chose de magnifique, de splendide ou qui mérite de grandes louanges et de l'admiration.

Describes something that is magnificent, splendid, or worthy of great praise and admiration.

1. Beautiful and impressiveB1formal

   Having great beauty, splendor, or magnificence.

   magnifique, splendide

   • The sunset was absolutely glorious.
   • They lived in a glorious mansion overlooking the sea.
   • The garden was in full bloom, a glorious sight.

   Synonymesbreathtakinggorgeousgrandimposingimpressivemagnificentmajesticresplendentsplendidstunningsuperb

   Antonymesdingydrabhideousordinaryplainuglyunimpressive

2. Very enjoyableB1informal

   Extremely pleasant or delightful.

   délicieux, merveilleux (très agréable)

   • We had a glorious time at the beach.
   • The weather was glorious for the picnic.
   • It was a glorious party with great music and food.

   Synonymesblissfuldelightfulmarveloussplendidsuperbwonderful

   Antonymesdreadfulmiserableunpleasantwretched

3. Famous and honorableB2formal

   Having great fame, honor, or achievement.

   Glorieux

   • The army won a glorious victory.
   • She had a glorious career as a scientist.
   • His glorious deeds were remembered for centuries.

   Synonymescelebrateddistinguishedeminentfamedhonorableillustriousnotedprestigiousrenowned

   Antonymesdisgracefuldishonorableignominiousinfamousshameful