CEFR B2

grandeur

noun

Meaning

The quality of being impressive, stately, and magnificent, often associated with great size, beauty, or splendor.

Examples

The grandeur of the ancient ruins transported visitors back in time.
She was awestruck by the sheer grandeur of the mountain landscape.

Synonyms: splendor, magnificence, majesty, opulence

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grandeur (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈɡrændʒər/

Definition

The quality of being impressive, stately, and magnificent, often associated with great size, beauty, or splendor.

Examples

The grandeur of the ancient ruins transported visitors back in time.
She was awestruck by the sheer grandeur of the mountain landscape.
Despite its age, the theater retained much of its original grandeur.

Synonyms of grandeur

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Antonyms of grandeur

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