Entry Word: great

Function: adjective

Meaning: 1 having or showing exceptional knowledge, experience, or skill in a field of endeavor <one of the great anthropologists> — see proficient
2 having, characterized by, or arising from a dignified and generous nature <a great humanitarian> <great acts of charity> — see noble 2
3 lasting for a considerable time <haven't seen them in a great while> — see long 2
4 of a size greater than average of its kind <saw a great moose calmly walking through our backyard> — see large
5 of the very best kind <that cake is great> — see excellent