Grandeurs (en. Greatness)

/ɡʁɑ̃dœʁ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

Dimensions or qualities that manifest in a given context.

The grandeurs of nature amaze us.

Les grandeurs de la nature nous émerveillent.

The extent or volume of something.

The grandeurs of the universe are difficult to measure.

Les grandeurs de l'univers sont difficilement mesurables.

A quality of importance or majesty.

The greatness of spirit is a highly valued quality.

La grandeur d'esprit est une qualité très appréciée.

From Latin 'grandis', meaning large.

the grandeur of the universe

The dimensions and characteristics of the overall universe.

les grandeurs de l'univers

physical quantities

Measurements that depend on physics.

grandeurs physiques

comparative quantities

Measurements that allow for the comparison of quantities with each other.

grandeurs comparatives

grandeur

Quality of being large, impressive or majestic appearance.

grandeur

immensity

State of being immense, very vast.

immensité

importance

Quality of being important or significant.

importance

Having a haughty attitude.

He acts all high and mighty with his grandeurs.

Il se la joue avec ses grandeurs.

Feeling of being above others.

She has a real superiority complex.

Elle a un vrai complexe de grandeurs.