grandeur

noun

gran·​deur ˈgran-jər How to pronounce grandeur (audio)
-ˌju̇r,
-ˌd(y)u̇r,
-d(y)ər
1
: the quality or state of being grand : magnificence
the glory that was Greece and the grandeur that was RomeE. A. Poe
2
: an instance or example of grandeur
visited the awesome grandeurs of the American West

Examples of grandeur in a Sentence

His paintings capture the beauty and grandeur of the landscape. They are restoring the hotel to its original grandeur.
Recent Examples on the Web While these historic homes range in style and grandeur, each adds something to Oahu’s character. Kristina Linnea Garcia, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Mar. 2024 The Musical' July 22-Aug. 3, 2025 Pop the champagne and enter a world of splendor, romance, glitz and grandeur at this show, the winner of 10 Tony Awards including Best Musical. The Arizona Republic, 4 Mar. 2024 In a country known for wedding spectacles, the pre-nuptial extravaganza for Anant Ambani will not only stand out for its sumptuous feasts and grandeur, but also as a testimony to Ambani’s deepening hold over many areas of the Indian economy. Anto Antony, Fortune Asia, 1 Mar. 2024 The singers are asked for grandeur and extreme emotion. Mark Swed, Los Angeles Times, 28 Feb. 2024 But in reviving the concept for 2024, a process that took more than a decade, creators Justin Marks and Rachel Kondo have tapped into the true secret sauce of epic television: a balance between sweeping grandeur and intimate psychology. Alison Herman, Variety, 26 Feb. 2024 But now, with 300-plus guest rooms and casitas, this once-elite getaway matches the size and grandeur of its extraordinary (and extraordinarily bizarre) surroundings. Jacqueline Kehoe, Travel + Leisure, 22 Feb. 2024 The couple opted for a formal black-tie affair befitting the elegance and grandeur of their venue, decorating with lots of tall candles and all-white flowers with greenery by Jardiniere Fine Flowers. Erin Clack, Peoplemag, 18 Feb. 2024 Despite that grandeur, nothing outshines the primary bathroom, which appears to be custom everything, including the dual sinks, bathtub, and rain shower that is grouted in 24k gold. Tj MacIas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 Feb. 2024

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Word History

Etymology

French, from Old French, from grand

First Known Use

1632, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of grandeur was in 1632

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Cite this Entry

“Grandeur.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/grandeur. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

grandeur

noun
gran·​deur ˈgran-jər How to pronounce grandeur (audio)
1
: the quality or state of being grand : awe-inspiring magnificence
2
: something that is grand

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