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splendor / pomp

nounmasculineliteraryuncommon/ˈfawʃtu/faus·to

Definitions

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1

Great splendor, luxury, opulence, and magnificence, especially in lifestyle.

Usage examples

The palace was a symbol of the monarchy's splendor.
The ceremony took place with great pomp and splendor.

Common combinations

to live in splendorroyal splendor
2

Prosperity, happiness, good fortune (older, more literary sense).

Usage examples

The prosperous years of his life were spent in that house.
I wish you prosperity and health.

Common combinations

times of prosperityprosperity and happiness