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.

—Edgar Allan Poe

2

: an instance or example of grandeur

visited the awesome grandeurs of the American West

Synonyms of grandeur

• majesty
• brilliance
• elegance
• glory
• nobility
• magnificence

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 largest lake in Western Europe, Lac Léman (Lake Geneva) carries its grandeur naturally. — Spencer Elliott, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026

The extravagant, hi-NRG single showcased the breadth of Tyler’s husky grandeur, which proved a perfect fit for Giorgio Moroder. — Jazz Monroe, Pitchfork, 9 July 2026

In film scores, its low tones helped create suspense, grandeur, danger, or emotional weight. — Encyclopedia Britannica, 8 July 2026

Amenities and experiences As attractive as its accommodations are, Glen Oaks’s most compelling feature is its outdoor setting, which showcases Big Sur’s grandeur. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 July 2026

Word History

Etymology

French, from Old French, from grand

First Known Use

1632, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for grandeur

• amour
• hauteur
• velour
• voyeur
• doer
• poor
• poore
• raconteur

Kids Definition

grandeur

noun

gran·​deur ˈgran-jər 

1

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

2

: something that is grand