as in magnificent
very bright and attractive
She looked resplendent in her green evening gown.
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Recent Examples of resplendent
The courtyard is anchored by a lush banyan tree, and a resplendent Art Deco dining room and bar encircle the boisterous patrons outdoors.
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Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 10 June 2025
Readers also paid particular attention to the classics this year, like The Roosevelt New Orleans, a Waldorf Astoria Hotel (No. 3), whose resplendent building dates back to 1893.
—Adam Erace, Travel + Leisure, 8 July 2025
These custom cars are often resplendent in artistry and automotive craftsmanship.
—Selika Josiah Talbott, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025
The next year, Stone shocked thrilled attendees at the Grammy Awards by taking the stage, resplendent in a huge blond mohawk hairdo, as his band roared through a number of hits during the show's salute to the seminal group.
—Marco Della Cava, USA Today, 10 June 2025
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Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 10 June 2025
Readers also paid particular attention to the classics this year, like The Roosevelt New Orleans, a Waldorf Astoria Hotel (No. 3), whose resplendent building dates back to 1893.
—Adam Erace, Travel + Leisure, 8 July 2025
These custom cars are often resplendent in artistry and automotive craftsmanship.
—Selika Josiah Talbott, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025
The next year, Stone shocked thrilled attendees at the Grammy Awards by taking the stage, resplendent in a huge blond mohawk hairdo, as his band roared through a number of hits during the show's salute to the seminal group.
—Marco Della Cava, USA Today, 10 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for resplendent
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The mansion’s marble stair hall focuses on a magnificent clock, designed by White and Saint-Gaudens, built into a wall and surrounded by the figures of the zodiac.—
Henry Wiencek
July 22,
Literary Hub,
22 July 2025
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The building was a synagogue and the room, which had a magnificent candelabra chandelier at its center, had only a few candles lit.—
Rabbi Moishe Kievman,
Sun Sentinel,
22 July 2025
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But fall offers another harvest season — a glorious harvest season.—
Paul Cappiello,
The Courier-Journal,
18 July 2025
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There are few things as glorious as a perfect summer night spent at a music festival, listening to your favorite artists as the sun sets at golden hour.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
13 July 2025
Adjective
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Nicky Hilton Rothschild poses with some beautiful flowers at the Net-a-Porter & Mr Porter Summer in the Hamptons Cocktail Party in Sagaponack, N.Y. on July 17.—
Escher Walcott,
People.com,
21 July 2025
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So whether your interest involves creating beautiful spaces, improving people's health, or something completely different, there's no reason not to explore its business potential.—
Sarah Hernholm,
Forbes.com,
21 July 2025
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This gorgeous version from J.Crew features an intricate shell pattern that’s darling for beach getaways.—
Genevieve Cepeda,
Travel + Leisure,
15 July 2025
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Meanwhile, Andrew Garfield strapped on his trusty Omega De Ville Trésor, Bukayo Saka flexed in a gorgeous Patek Philippe Nautilus, Ncuti Gatwa showed off an elegant Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso, and David Beckham did his duty in a one-of-a-kind Tudor watch.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
14 July 2025
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Baden-Baden Nestled alongside Germany's southwestern Black Forest, Baden-Baden is an elegant town that has been attracting wellness lovers since the Roman times.—
Sofia Markovich,
Travel + Leisure,
24 July 2025
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Complementing the accommodations and A-list automobiles are the property’s elegant Espelette restaurant and bar, the 5,000-square-foot La Prairie Spa, a pool with panoramic city views, and the rarefied Rooftop culinary experience.—
Viju Mathew,
Robb Report,
24 July 2025
Adjective
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Playful and complex, just a lovely wine to enjoy with friends.—
Katie Kelly Bell,
Forbes.com,
22 July 2025
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This week’s picks include a Park Slope two-bedroom with a pair of wood-burning fireplaces and a one-bedroom on Clinton Hill’s historic mansion row with a lovely triple-bay window.—
Matthew Sedacca,
Curbed,
22 July 2025
Adjective
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Edmund is particularly exquisite in bringing to life the layered history of a location, transporting readers through the eyes of the famous who might have stared at the same monument.—
Michael T. Luongo
July 11,
Literary Hub,
11 July 2025
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Where a few queens overdo the assignment, Daya’s duct-tape gown reminded that her bad-girl aesthetic still comes channeled through Daya’s exquisite taste.—
Chris Feil,
Vulture,
11 July 2025
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From a white sand cliff in Denmark to a coastal region in West Africa, the list includes stunning and important destinations.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
15 July 2025
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Having signed for Fiorentina in the summer of 2018, his first 18 months at the Stadio Artemio Franchi were – outside of the stunning solo goal against Inter shown below – not particularly noteworthy.—
Adam Digby,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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“Resplendent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/resplendent. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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