Grandeur

/ˈɡrændʒər/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The quality or state of being impressive or awesome; splendor.

The grandeur of the mountains took her breath away.

The quality of being high or lofty in character; nobility.

He spoke of the grandeur of the ancient civilizations.

A large and impressive appearance.

The cathedral was built with the grandeur of Gothic architecture.

From Middle French 'grandeur', from Latin 'magnitudo'.

grandeur of nature

The impressive beauty and majesty of the natural world.

sense of grandeur

A feeling of being impressive or important.

magnificence

The quality of being magnificent or grand.

grande

Large and impressive in size or appearance.

majesty

The impressive beauty or dignity of something.

To have a grand style or appearance.

That party was so grandeur, everyone is talking about it.

Acting in a way that seeks attention or admiration.

He was so grandeur with his new car, it was hard to ignore.