magnifico

[ mag-nif-i-koh ]

noun

, plural mag·nif·i·coes.

1. a Venetian nobleman.
2. any person of high rank, major importance, etc.

magnifico

/ mæɡˈnɪfɪˌkəʊ /

noun

1. a magnate; grandee

Word History and Origins

Origin of magnifico¹

1565–75; noun use of Italian magnifico (adj.) < Latin magnificus. See magnific

Word History and Origins

Origin of magnifico¹

C16: Italian from Latin magnificus; see magnific

Example Sentences

After the supposed revolt of the left-behinds, and the rise of the white working class, surely the Davos magnificos would be shivering in their Italian suits and not because of the snow.

From The Guardian

Every single thing Ranieri has done all season has been magnifico.

From The Guardian

But while islands come in and out of vogue, Mr. Mallea anoints Palm Beach as the most enduring outpost of decorous, sun-kissed leisure for American “magnificoes.”

From New York Times

The columnist went on: "Among all the runners at the start of the race on Sunday, 32-year-old Katherine was uniquely red carpet magnifico."

From BBC

Omne ignotum pro magnifico est; every one knows that, even if he never heard of Virgil, and it is especially true of such natures as James'.

From Project Gutenberg

Related Words

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