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magnificence

mag·nif·i·cence [ mag níffiss'nss ]


noun 
Definition:
 
1. great beauty: the impressive beauty or grandeur of somebody or something

2. richness of appearance: the great richness and splendor of somebody or something, usually indicating great wealth

[14th century. Directly or via Old French< Latin magnificentia< magnificent- (see magnificent)]
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