English dictionary

glory

/'gl/oU/r/i/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

a state of high honor

noun.state

Examples
He valued glory above life itself.

Synonyms glorification

Source: WordNet 3.0
brilliant radiant beauty

noun.attribute

Examples
The glory of the sunrise.

Synonyms resplendence resplendency

Source: WordNet 3.0
an indication of radiant light drawn around the head of a saint

noun.attribute

Synonyms aura aureole gloriole halo nimbus

Source: WordNet 3.0
Praise, honor, admiration, or distinction, accorded by common consent to a person or thing; high reputation; honorable fame; renown.

noun

Source: webster1913