First Known Use: 14th century
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magnificence
noun mag·nif·i·cence \mag-ˈni-fə-sən(t)s, məg-\
Definition of MAGNIFICENCE
1
: the quality or state of being magnificent
2
: splendor of surroundings
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Origin of MAGNIFICENCE
Middle English, from Anglo-French, from Latin magnificentia, from magnificus noble in character, magnificent, from magnus great + -ficus -fic — more at much
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MAGNIFICENCE Defined for Kids
magnificence
noun mag·nif·i·cence \mag-ˈni-fə-səns\
Definition of MAGNIFICENCE for Kids
: impressive beauty or greatness <The room's magnificence awed me.>
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