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May 23, 2026

resplendent

/rɪˈsplɛnd(ə)nt/adjective

Strikingly beautiful and impressive, often because of rich colours or shine.

Example sentence

  • The peacock spread its resplendent tail feathers in the sun.

Literary, and usually followed by 'in' plus clothing: 'resplendent in a scarlet uniform'.

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