splendid

UK /ˈsplɛndɪd/ US /ˈsplɛndɪd/
adj 3

Definitions

adj

1

Possessing or displaying splendor; shining; very bright.

a splendid sun

It is distinguished from xanthocobaltic nitrate by its crystalline form, and by yielding a splendid cinnabarred precipitate with a solution of iodine in potassium iodide […]

2

Gorgeous; magnificent; sumptuous; of remarkable beauty.

a splendid palace

a splendid procession

3

Brilliant, excellent, of a very high standard.

"We've fallen on our feet and no mistake," said Peter. "This is going to be perfectly splendid. That old chap will let us do anything we like."

November 2 2014, Daniel Taylor, "Sergio Agüero strike wins derby for Manchester City against 10-man United," guardian.co.uk Hart had to make two splendid saves as Van Persie and Di María took aim and Fellaini should really have done better with a headed chance.

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