noun
Refers to great wealth, power, and magnificence, often of a person, family, or era. Can carry a slightly literary or historical tone.
彼は栄華を極めた人生を送った。
He lived a life of utmost prosperity and glory.
その王朝は一時栄華を誇った。
The dynasty once boasted great splendor.
Composed of 栄 (prosperity, honor) and 華 (splendor, flower). The combination conveys flourishing magnificence. The alternate form 栄花 uses 花 (flower) to reinforce the image of blooming glory.