glory years

glo·ry

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Definitions of glory years words

noun plural glory years very great praise, honor, or distinction bestowed by common consent; renown: to win glory on the field of battle. 1
noun plural glory years something that is a source of honor, fame, or admiration; a distinguished ornament or an object of pride: a sonnet that is one of the glories of English poetry. 1
noun plural glory years adoring praise or worshipful thanksgiving: Give glory to God. 1
noun plural glory years resplendent beauty or magnificence: the glory of autumn. 1
noun plural glory years a state of great splendor, magnificence, or prosperity. 1
noun plural glory years a state of absolute happiness, gratification, contentment, etc.: She was in her glory when her horse won the Derby. 1

before 1300

One of the 15% oldest English words

1300-50; Middle English < Old French glorie < Latin glōria

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 98% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

Most Europeans know this English word. The frequency of it’s usage is somewhere between "mom" and "screwdriver".

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