Greater

ˈɡreɪtər

Meaning & Definition

noun

A person or thing that is superior in some way.

He considers himself a greater in the field of mathematics.

adjective

Of more importance, rank, or degree; larger in size, amount, or number.

She holds a greater position in the company compared to her peers.

More than; exceeding.

The greater part of the budget is allocated to research and development.

Used to compare quantitative aspects, indicating superiority.

In terms of population, India has a greater number of people than many other countries.

From Middle English, comparative of 'great', from Old English 'grēat'.

greater good

The net benefit for the majority or the optimum outcome.

greater than

Indicating a comparison showing one quantity exceeds another.

the greater part

Most or majority of something.

great

Of an extent, amount, or degree considerably above the average.

greatness

The quality of being great in size, amount, or intensity.

Big deal

Landing that job was a greater achievement than he thought.

Way better

This restaurant is greater than the last one we visited.