NYT Dictionary

GLORIA

/ˈɡloʊriːə/
NounGLO-ri-aglo-ri-a · 3 syllablesGrade 10

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2021, 2024

Meaning

A lightweight fabric used for umbrellas and dresses.

Etymology

Origin: Latin

Borrowed from Latin gloria. Doublet of glory.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

alleluiaansweranthemantiphoncanoncanticlechantchoralecommunionconsecration

NYT Puzzle Appearances

No published puzzle dates on file for this word yet. It is part of the official NYT Spelling Bee word list for 2021, 2024.

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