Definition of Resplendent

shiny and colourful, and thus pleasing to the eye

Examples of Resplendent in a sentence

After the medal ceremony, Marshall’s comrades gathered around to congratulate him, looking resplendent in their dress blues.  🔊

The peacock is a very showy bird with resplendent plumage in multiple shades of blues and greens.  🔊

Although the mansion has deteriorated over the centuries, it still looks resplendent from a distance.  🔊

The lush garden lent a resplendent quality to the otherwise plain cottage.  🔊

Smiling through tears at his resplendent daughter, he reluctantly gave her hand to her eagerly awaiting groom.  🔊

Even though most of them couldn’t remember the steps, the youngest performers in the recital looked resplendent in their colorful butterfly costumes.  🔊

Philippa, resplendent in a crimson gown sprinkled with crystal beads, looked truly surprised as she walked on stage to accept her award.  🔊

Despite hummingbirds’ resplendent feathers and delightful appearance, they can really be mean little birds.  🔊

The sun coming out after the first snowfall of the season made the little village resplendent and almost magical.  🔊

Because she is gifted with great natural beauty, Julia is resplendent enough without accessorizing her wardrobe with gaudy jewels.  🔊

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