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gloria

glory, fame

Synonyms (≈ similar meaning)

famaonoresplendoregrandezzatrionfo

Antonyms (≠ opposite meaning)

vergognaignominiaumiliazionesconfittaoblio

Usage note

'Gloria' has a loftier, more poetic feel than 'fama'. 'Onore' is honour and respect. 'Trionfo' is a specific triumph. 'Nel pieno della sua gloria' = in the prime of his/her glory.

Example

"Gli atleti gareggiavano per la gloria olimpica."

"The athletes competed for Olympic glory."

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