grand adds to greatness of size the implications of handsomeness and dignity.
a grand staircase
magnificent implies an impressive largeness proportionate to scale without sacrifice of dignity or good taste.
magnificent paintings
imposing implies great size and dignity but especially stresses impressiveness.
an imposing edifice
stately may suggest poised dignity, erectness of bearing, handsomeness of proportions, ceremonious deliberation of movement.
the stately procession
majestic combines the implications of imposing and stately and usually adds a suggestion of solemn grandeur.
a majestic waterfall
grandiose implies a size or scope exceeding ordinary experience
grandiose hydroelectric projects
but is most commonly applied derogatorily to inflated pretension or absurd exaggeration.
grandiose schemes
Examples of majestic in a Sentence
a majestic pillar of society who continues to entertain in grand style
a majestic Egyptian pyramid that has enthralled travelers for aeons
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Kyle Schwarber took a majestic swing in the fourth inning, launching a ball almost out of the stadium, and the Phillies could breathe again.—Fabian Ardaya, New York Times, 9 Oct. 2025 The trailer features stunning visuals of forests and mountain vistas, with massive trees that stay majestic even when they are being chopped down.—Patrick Hipes, Deadline, 8 Oct. 2025 Take a look at our tips on how to observe the moon to discover what other majestic features will be on show as Earth's natural satellite hits its full moon phase.—Anthony Wood, Space.com, 6 Oct. 2025 Most, if not all, stay for the duration of the weeklong event, which features keynotes, panels, master classes, workshops and more against the majestic backdrop of the Alps in the northwestern Italian city.—Terry Flores, Variety, 3 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for majestic
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