English word

Magnificent

Definitions

adjective

  1. great in deed or exalted in place
  2. marked by stately grandeur and lavishness
  3. sumptuous in structure and adornment
  4. strikingly beautiful or impressivebroadly
  5. impressive to the mind or spirit : sublime
  6. exceptionally fine

Synonyms for magnificent

Closest evidence-backed alternatives.

  • glorious
  • grand
  • epic
  • imposing
  • majestic
  • impressive
  • massive
  • proud
  • monumental
  • pompous
  • splendid
  • elaborate
  • stately
  • regal
  • sumptuous
  • superb
  • wonderful
  • tremendous
  • princely
  • royal

Synonyms by context

Grand, elegant or splendid in appearance

adjective

(especially of a performance) Exceptional for its kind

adjective

Causing or creating excitement

adjective

  • thrilling
  • exciting
  • stirring
  • stimulating
  • exhilarating
  • rousing
  • breathtaking
  • electrifying
  • inspiring
  • intoxicating

An elliptical exclamation of satisfaction or commendation

interjection

Antonyms for magnificent

  • boring
  • mediocre
  • poor
  • unexciting
  • unimposing
  • lowly
  • ordinary
  • insignificant
  • restrained
  • unextravagant
  • simple
  • economical
  • inelaborate
  • cheap
  • inferior
  • usual
  • unadorned
  • undignified
  • normal
  • uninspiring

Opposite of grand, elegant or splendid in appearance

  • modest
  • unimposing
  • humble
  • lowly
  • ordinary
  • regular
  • undistinguished
  • unextravagant
  • simple
  • inelaborate

(especially of a performance) Opposite of exceptional for its kind

Opposite of very good in standard or quality

Phrases

  • beyond price
  • bigger than life
  • de luxe
  • extra special
  • fit for a king
  • fit for a prince
  • fit for a princess
  • fit for a queen
  • held in high esteem
  • higher up
  • highly regarded
  • high profile
  • high up
  • in the lap of luxury
  • just so
  • lavishly appointed
  • never to be forgotten
  • no great shakes
  • number one
  • of distinction