glory

UK
/ˈɡlɔː.ri/
US
/ˈɡlɔːr.i/

Translations

glorynoun
glories
pl
He achieved great glory after winning the championship.
Он достиг великой славы после победы в чемпионате.
The glory of the ancient empire is still remembered today.
Величие древней империи до сих пор помнят.
The team's victory was a moment of glory for the entire city.
Победа команды была моментом триумфа для всего города.
gloryverb
gloried
Past Simple
gloried
Past Participle
glorying
Gerund
UK
/ˈɡlɔː.ri/
US
/ˈɡlɔːr.i/
They glory in their achievements.
Они восхваляют свои достижения.
He glories in his independence.
Он гордится своей независимостью.
Synonyms
take pride (in)
pride oneself (on/in)
bask (in)
gloryadjective
UK
/ˈɡlɔː.ri/
US
/ˈɡlɔːr.i/
Used attributively (before a noun) to denote something associated with glory; not gradable.
gloryinterjection
Informal exclamation expressing surprise, delight, or emphasis (chiefly US).
Synonyms
Glory be!
Praise the Lord!
Blessed be!

Definitions

glorynoun
High renown or honor won by notable achievements.
The athlete basked in the glory of winning the gold medal.
Magnificence or great beauty.
The glory of the sunset left everyone in awe.
A state of great splendor, magnificence, or prosperity.
The empire was at the height of its glory during the reign of the famous king.
A ring or circle of light seen around the sun or moon, especially in a halo.
A glory appeared around the moon, creating a mystical sight in the night sky.
Praise, worship, or thanksgiving offered to a deity, especially the Christian God.
The choir sang in glory to God during the service.
A distinguished honor, achievement, or object that brings great admiration and pride.
The bridge is considered the city's greatest glory.
gloryverb
To take great pride or pleasure in something.
He gloried in his team's victory, celebrating with enthusiasm.
gloryadjective
Attributive: Relating to or characterized by glory, fame, or great beauty.
Those were the glory days of rock and roll.
gloryinterjection
An exclamation of surprise, delight, or emphasis.
Glory! That was a close call.