Refers to a state of brilliance, prosperity, or distinction, often in a formal or literary context. Can describe personal honor, national glory, or the splendor of a scene.
He devoted himself to the glory of his country.
This garden shows the splendor of autumn.
This country takes pride in its past glory.
That dynasty once reached the height of its splendor.
繁栄 emphasizes prosperity and thriving (economic, national), while 栄え is broader and more literary, covering glory or splendor in general.
映え is a trendier, more casual word for visual appeal (as in インスタ映え), while 見栄え is a more general, traditional term for looking attractive.
衰退 means decline or decay, the direct opposite of the flourishing splendor described by 栄え.
Standard kanji spelling; the most common written form for this word.
Alternate kanji spelling, often used in contexts of visual brilliance or attractiveness (e.g., 映える).
Derived from the verb 栄える (はえる, 'to flourish, prosper'). The noun form 栄え nominalizes the state of flourishing or being glorious.