What does GRAND mean?

Grand

Parts of Speech: Adjective, Noun, Verb

Definitions:

• (Adjective) Magnificent and impressive in appearance, size, or style.
• (Adjective) Used to denote a very large or impressive example of a particular thing.
• (Adjective) Used to denote a noble, dignified, or admirable person or quality.
• (Noun) A thousand dollars.
• (Verb) To enhance or improve greatly; to make grander.

Pronunciations:

• US: /ɡrænd/
• UK: /ɡrand/

Origin and Usage: The word "grand" originated from the Old French word "grant" which means "great." It has been used in English since the 14th century. The word is commonly used to describe something that is magnificent, impressive, or large in size or style. It is also used to denote a noble or admirable person or quality. In slang, it is used to refer to a thousand dollars.

Synonyms: Splendid, impressive, magnificent, majestic, stately, dignified, noble, admirable, great, wonderful, superb

Related Words: Brand, grade, grand, stand, strand

Example Sentences:

• The grand palace was a sight to behold.
• He drove a grand car that turned heads wherever he went.
• The grand old man of the village was highly respected by all.
• She inherited a grand sum of money from her late uncle.
• He grandly announced his plans to renovate the entire house.