rather splendid

Frequency: 6.27.5 per million words

Suggests something is splendid to a significant degree, common in British English.

splendidADVERB + splendid

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rather

Examples (10)

  • The old manor house looked rather splendid in the morning light.
  • We had a rather splendid time at the garden party yesterday.
  • Her new dress was rather splendid, drawing everyone's attention.
  • The view from the mountain top was rather splendid, truly breathtaking.
  • He came up with a rather splendid idea for the fundraising event.
  • Despite the rain, the fireworks display was rather splendid.
  • The antique clock in the hall is rather splendid and perfectly preserved.
  • I must say, your cooking tonight was rather splendid.
  • They're planning a rather splendid celebration for their anniversary next month.
  • The performance by the orchestra was rather splendid, a true masterpiece.