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   Glo·ri·ous

   /ˈɡlôrēəs/

   

   adjective

   • 1. having, worthy of, or bringing fame or admiration: "the most glorious victory of all time" Similar illustriouscelebratedfamousfamedrenownedacclaimeddistinguishedhonoredeminentexcellentoutstandinggreatmagnificentsplendidimpressivenoblesupremesublimetriumphantimmortalunforgettableOpposite undistinguished
   • 2. having a striking beauty or splendor that evokes feelings of delighted admiration: "a glorious autumn day"

   Word Origin Middle English: from Old French glorieus, from Latin gloriosus, from gloria ‘glory’.

   Derivatives

   • 1. gloriousness noun

   Scrabble Points: 9

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   • L

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   • O

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   • R

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   • O

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