What does GREAT mean?

Great Parts of Speech:

Adjective, adverb, noun

Definitions:

1. Adjective: of an extent, amount, or intensity considerably above average.
2. Adverb: extremely well.
3. Noun: a great person or thing, especially a leader.

Pronunciations:

• US: /ɡreɪt/
• UK: /ɡreɪt/

Origin and Usage:

The word great is derived from the Old English word "grēat," which meant "big" or "large." The word has been used in English since the 12th century to describe something that is above average in size, amount, or intensity. Today, it is commonly used to describe something that is exceptional or outstanding.

Synonyms:

• Adjective: excellent, wonderful, fantastic, superb, outstanding, remarkable.
• Adverb: extremely, exceedingly, exceptionally, very, really.
• Noun: leader, champion, hero, master.

Related Words:

• Grate
• Greet
• Grant
• Giant
• Graze

Example Sentences:

1. The great pyramids of Egypt are one of the wonders of the world.
2. He did a great job on the project and received a promotion.
3. The greats of the music industry include Elvis Presley, The Beatles, and Michael Jackson.