The view from the mountaintop was absolutely splendid, offering a breathtaking panorama of the valley below.
synonyms
magnificentimpressivefabulous
word origin — from Middle English, from Latin 'splendidus' meaning 'bright or shining'
splendid, eager, holy, absolute, habitual: meanings and examples
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splendid · adjective/ˈsplɛndɪd/
magnificent or very impressive
The view from the mountaintop was absolutely splendid, offering a breathtaking panorama of the valley below.
Synonyms: magnificent, impressive, fabulous
Origin: from Middle English, from Latin 'splendidus' meaning 'bright or shining'
eager · adjective/ˈiːɡɚ/
having a strong desire or excitement to do something
She was eager to start her new job and meet her colleagues.
Synonyms: enthusiastic, keen, excited
Origin: The word 'eager' comes from the Old French 'eigre', meaning 'sharp' or 'keen', which in turn originates from the Latin 'acris', meaning 'sharp' or 'fierce'.
holy · adjective/ˈhoʊ.li/
sacred or revered in a religious context
The holy scriptures provide guidance and wisdom to millions of believers around the world.
Synonyms: sacred, divine, blessed
Origin: Old English 'halig', of Germanic origin; related to Dutch 'heilig' and German 'heilig'.
absolute · adjective/ˈæbsəˌlut/
not subject to any condition or limitation
The scientist had absolute confidence in her research results, believing they were indisputable.
Synonyms: unconditional, total, complete
Origin: from Latin 'absolutus', meaning 'set free, unbound'
habitual · adjective/həˈbɪtʃ.ʊ.əl/
done or doing constantly or as a habit
Her habitual late-night snacking often led to her feeling tired in the morning.
Synonyms: regular, customary, traditional
Origin: from late Latin 'habituālis', from 'habitus' meaning 'condition, character, custom'