as in magnificent
large and impressive in size, grandeur, extent, or conception
envisioned an imperial city that would rival the capitals of Europe for beauty and magnificence
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Recent Examples of imperial
Chelsey Sanchez, Harper's BAZAAR, 21 Apr. 2023
The acquisition also adds a central Alabama distribution center to Imperial’s network.
—William Thornton | Wthornton@al.com, al, 20 Apr. 2023
R. Christian Smith, Chicago Tribune, 3 July 2025
Releasing ourselves from choice idolatry doesn’t have to mean letting someone else—an imperial president, for instance—decide for us.
—Gal Beckerman, The Atlantic, 23 June 2025
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Adjective
Charles will wear St Edward's Crown and the Imperial State Crown, while Camila will wear Queen Mary's Crown.
—Chelsey Sanchez, Harper's BAZAAR, 21 Apr. 2023
The acquisition also adds a central Alabama distribution center to Imperial’s network.
—William Thornton | Wthornton@al.com, al, 20 Apr. 2023
Noun
According to a Facebook post, it is made with a blend of imperial stouts that were aged between 25 and 31 months in Four Roses and Wild Turkey Distillery casks and conditioned on Madagascar vanilla and marshmallow.
—R. Christian Smith, Chicago Tribune, 3 July 2025
Releasing ourselves from choice idolatry doesn’t have to mean letting someone else—an imperial president, for instance—decide for us.
—Gal Beckerman, The Atlantic, 23 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for imperial
Adjective
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But patriarchy is magnificent this way, a perfect predator.—
Neko Case
July 24,
Literary Hub,
24 July 2025
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The mansion’s marble stair hall focuses on a magnificent clock, designed by White and Saint-Gaudens, built into a wall and surrounded by the figures of the zodiac.—
Henry Wiencek
July 22,
Literary Hub,
22 July 2025
Noun
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The wine color is a dark shimmering ruby with a nose of fresh plums, cassis, violets and a hint of complex herbs.—
Liz Thach,
Forbes.com,
28 July 2025
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Palettes with stone, subtle bronze and plum shades work well for blond hair.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
16 July 2025
Adjective
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Season 5 was — to put it mildly — a glorious train wreck.—
Ana Gutierrez,
Austin American Statesman,
31 July 2025
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Nestled in the rolling hills of Somerset, Bath is a glorious English city that seduces with its honeyed townhouses, stately colonnaded crescents, swish spas, and timeless Roman relics.—
Lewis Nunn,
Forbes.com,
31 July 2025
Noun
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The exact one featured on Belly's left hand is the Diamond Fizz Ring that's made with a recycled diamond set on a 14K gold band.—
Michelle Lee,
People.com,
24 July 2025
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The Eagles championship rings feature 12 carats in total diamonds and a combined diamond weight of 140 grams, according to the team.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
23 July 2025
Adjective
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Iyo Sky and Rhea Ripley were locked into an epic battle for the Women’s World Championship.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
14 July 2025
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Scene Breakdown: Embrace AI Convention - From a dance battle to a blood fest, this breakdown will show how each department worked together to create this epic and deadly sequence.—
Tim Lammers,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
Noun
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There’s just something so deeply magnetic about baroque pearls.—
Selene Oliva,
Glamour,
30 July 2025
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Princess Diana's wedding dress had a 25-foot train Princess Diana's gown, which was crafted in the space of three months, was made with ivory silk taffeta that was dyed and woven ivory (instead of pure white) and decorated with ornate, hand-embroidery, with no less than 10,000 micro pearls.—
Nicole Briese,
People.com,
29 July 2025
Adjective
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The royal family recently celebrated Prince George's 12th birthday on Tuesday, July 22.—
Brendan Morrow,
USA Today,
28 July 2025
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Two years later, Prince Edward and Sophie announced their engagement in January 1999 and tied the knot at St. George's Chapel at Windsor Castle on June 19, 1999, officially bringing her into the royal fold. Can't get enough of PEOPLE's Royals coverage?—
Janine Henni,
People.com,
28 July 2025
Noun
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Other crown jewels include popular channels MTV, Nickelodeon, Showtime and CBS News.—
Phoebe Liu,
Forbes.com,
29 July 2025
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Analysts believe the headwinds at its crown jewel aerospace division will be transitory.—
Jim Cramer,
CNBC,
28 July 2025
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“Imperial.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/imperial. Accessed 7 Aug. 2025.
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