resplendence
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of resplendence
First recorded in 1375–1425; late Middle English word from Late Latin word resplendentia. See resplendent, -ence
Example Sentences
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But Jones’ timbre perhaps gave voice to something universal, a sound to nobility and resplendence.
From Salon • Sep. 12, 2024
The mild-mannered DiLiegro has firm opinions about everything from meat-cutting to the resplendence of the Boston Red Sox.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 5, 2022
No less rude than Dolemite himself, whose resplendence in the film was in studied contrast with his companions’ relatively subdued civilian wardrobes.
From New York Times • Oct. 9, 2019
When the Great Belzoni entered Seti’s tomb, its resplendence could not make up for one major disappointment.
From The New Yorker • Nov. 20, 2016
It was worn and shoddy in comparison to the resplendence of the castle, but it was comfortable, and it was her.
From Anya and the Nightingale by Sofiya Pasternack
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