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Definition glory in American English

glory noun

noun
/ˈɡlɔri/
1

admiration and praise that you get because you have done something impressive

Example

He is at the height of his fame and glory.

Example

The studio is still basking in the glory of its 14 Oscar nominations.

Example

She enjoyed the reflected glory of her daughter's fame.

Example

I did the hard work and someone else got all the glory.

Synonyms and related words
praise admiration recognition
2

a good quality that makes you admire someone or something

Example

The town meeting is one of the glories of New England.

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advantage benefit good
Example

It will cost millions of dollars to restore the mansion to its former glory.

Synonyms and related words
beauty glory grace
4

praise that you give when you worship God

Synonyms and related words
adoration alleluia devotions
Definition glory in American English