26984 words

gloriously

5 definitions • 6 examples
1
used to emphasize how good something is or how much pleasure it gives:

Examples:

They looked gloriously happy.
They windsurfed on gloriously deserted beaches.
2
used to emphasize how beautiful something is:

Examples:

a gloriously restored 12th century church
3
used to emphasize how pleasant and sunny the weather is:

Examples:

We've had gloriously sunny weather.
4
in a way that deserves great admiration, praise, and honour:

Examples:

The team's season ended gloriously.
5
wonderfully and very enjoyably:

Examples:

The meanings of his paintings are gloriously elusive.

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