glory
UK[ˈɡlɔːri]US[ˈɡlɔːri]
n
great admiration, honor, and praise that you earn by achieving something.
n
great beauty that makes you feel admiration and respect.
n
praise and worship of god.
Etymology
the word "glory" entered english in the late 13th century via old french "glorie," which itself descended from latin "gloria," meaning "fame, renown, great praise or honor." the latin term's origins are obscure but it is likely connected to a proto-indo-european root meaning "to hear," suggesting a concept of "that which is heard about," or widespread reputation. the semantic journey moved from the concrete idea of public acclaim to encompass the splendor and radiant beauty associated with divine praise and magnificent achievement. thus, the modern abstract meanings of high renown, magnificent beauty, and divine praise all flow from this ancient root concerning fame and auditory report.
Analysis
the word "glory" is a simplex word derived from a single root. it is not productively formed from separable morphemes in modern english.
Examples
the team's victory brought glory to the entire nation.
she stood still, gazing at the glory of the sunset.
they sang hymns to give glory to god.