grand, magnificent, imposing, stately, majestic, grandiose mean large and impressive. grand adds to greatness of size the implications of handsomeness and dignity. magnificent implies an …

grand gestureAs a national manager, he has shown that it is the small details that count rather than the grand gestures. The novel deals with grand themes, but is never heavy or …

Oct 8, 2025 · grand (comparative grander or more grand, superlative grandest or most grand) Of a large size or extent; great. His simple vision has transformed into something far more grand. …

Both grand and magnificent apply to what is physically or aesthetically impressive. Grand implies dignity, sweep, or eminence: a grand hotel lobby with marble floors. Magnificent suggests …

When they bought the house, they had grand [= big] plans for renovating it. Something that happens or is done on a grand scale involves a great amount of money, effort, space, people, …

Grand is often used in the names of buildings such as hotels, especially when they are very large. They stayed at The Grand Hotel, Budapest. A grand is a thousand dollars or a thousand …

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Grand definition: Of a haughty or pretentious nature.

There are 36 meanings listed in OED's entry for the word grand, seven of which are labelled obsolete. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence. How common is …

impressive in size, appearance, or general effect. grand mountain scenery. stately, majestic, or dignified. In front of an audience her manner is grand and regal. highly ambitious or idealistic. …