majestic and splendid; solemn and gorgeous
A yojijukugo describing something that is both dignified and visually magnificent, often used for architecture, ceremonies, or artistic works.
The temple is known for its majestic and splendid decorations.
Means solemn or majestic, but lacks the added nuance of gorgeousness or splendor that 華麗 brings.
Means gorgeous or splendid, but without the solemn, dignified quality of 荘厳.
Compound of 荘厳 (solemn, majestic) and 華麗 (gorgeous, splendid). The exact historical derivation is uncertain, but the combination is a typical yojijukugo pattern.