Meaning
magnificence, splendour
- the quality of being exceptionally grand, splendid, or impressive
- lavish generosity or nobility of character (formal/literary)
In a sentence
Siamo rimasti incantati dalla magnificenza di questa cattedrale.
We were enchanted by the magnificence of this cathedral.
I turisti ammiravano la magnificenza dei palazzi rinascimentali.
The tourists admired the splendour of the Renaissance palaces.
Niente può eguagliare la magnificenza delle Alpi al tramonto.
Nothing can match the magnificence of the Alps at sunset.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| magnificenza | feminine · singular |
| magnificenze | feminine · plural |
Usage notes
- Often describes grand architecture, art, or natural landscapes.
- Historically used as a title of respect ('Sua Magnificenza' for university rectors).