glory

//ˈɡlɔːri//
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Noun

glorySingular
gloriesPlural
1

high renown or honor won by notable achievements; fame and admiration

The athlete won glory for his country by winning the gold medal.

2

magnificence or great beauty; splendor

The palace was restored to its former glory.

3

praise, worship, and thanksgiving offered to God

They sang hymns to give glory to God.

4

a state of absolute happiness or prosperity

The team basked in the glory of their championship victory.

Verb

1

to take great pride or pleasure in something; to rejoice proudly

He gloried in his team's victory.