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splendid

splen·did [ spléndəd ]


adjective 
Definition:
 
1. magnificent: impressive because of quality or size

2. radiant: reflecting light brilliantly

3. excellent: excellent or highly enjoyable

4. acclaimed: very well known and acclaimed

[Early 17th century. < Latin splendidus< splendere "shine"]

splen·did·ness noun
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