grandeur

noun

gran·​deur ˈgran-jər 

-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 Rome

—E. A. Poe

2

: an instance or example of grandeur

visited the awesome grandeurs of the American West

Synonyms

• augustness
• brilliance
• gloriousness
• glory
• gorgeousness
• grandness
• magnificence
• majesty
• nobility
• nobleness
• resplendence
• resplendency
• splendidness
• splendiferousness
• splendor
• stateliness
• stupendousness
• sublimeness
• superbness

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

The contemporary hotel is home to a luxurious spa offering an array of treatments, along with an indoor pool ready for anyone who wants to take a dip. 1877 Estrela Palace Find romance and grandeur at 1877 Estrela Palace. —Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 12 June 2024

Much of the content displayed on social media captures the grandeur of people’s lifestyle which consists of exotic vacations, lavish parties, and success stories. —Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 4 June 2024

In Dubai, known as the most opulent destination in the world, the grandeur of Atlantis, The Palm, Dubai just makes sense. —Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 4 June 2024

A touch of Beaux Arts grandeur for your wedding album? —Julie Hinds, Detroit Free Press, 31 May 2024

Word History

Etymology

French, from Old French, from grand

First Known Use

1632, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

grandeur

noun

gran·​deur ˈgran-jər 

1

: the quality or state of being grand : awe-inspiring magnificence

2

: something that is grand