glo
rious
ly
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in a way that brings great pleasure, beauty, or joy
- The flowers bloomed gloriously in the spring sunshine.
- They spent a gloriously peaceful afternoon by the lake.
- The cake turned out gloriously moist and rich.
- The fireworks exploded gloriously across the night sky.
- The holiday passed gloriously, full of laughter and warmth.
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in a manner marked by notable success, honor, or splendor
- The team played gloriously, securing a historic victory.
- She defended her position gloriously in front of a critical audience.
- The general led his troops gloriously through the final battle.
- The artist was gloriously recognized for his lifetime of work.
- Against all odds, they completed the mission gloriously.