Grandest: meaning, definitions and examples
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grandest
[ ˈɡrændɪst ]
degree, importance
The word 'grandest' is the superlative form of 'grand', used to describe something that is the most impressive, magnificent, or significant in scale or importance. It often implies a sense of greatness and splendor in appearance, function, or achievements.
Synonyms
most celebrated, most impressive, most magnificent
Examples of usage
- The grandest palace in the city attracts thousands of tourists.
- She delivered the grandest performance of her career.
- The grandest plans for the event were finally approved.
- It was the grandest wedding I had ever attended.
Translations
Translations of the word "grandest" in other languages:
🇵🇹 mais grandioso
🇮🇳 सबसे भव्य
🇩🇪 größtes
🇮🇩 terbesar
🇺🇦 найграндіозніший
🇵🇱 najwspanialszy
🇯🇵 最も壮大な
🇫🇷 le plus grand
🇪🇸 el más grandioso
🇹🇷 en büyük
🇰🇷 가장 웅장한
🇸🇦 الأكثر عظمة
🇨🇿 největší
🇸🇰 najväčší
🇨🇳 最宏伟的
🇸🇮 največji
🇮🇸 stærsta
🇰🇿 ең ұлы
🇬🇪 ყველაზე დიდებული
🇦🇿 ən möhtəşəm
🇲🇽 el más grandioso
Etymology
The word 'grand' comes from the Latin word 'grandis', which means 'large, great, full, or abundant'. The evolution of the term into English can be traced back to the Middle French 'grand', in the 14th century, which retained the meaning of large or great. The suffix '-est' denotes the superlative form in English, indicating the highest degree of that quality. Thus, 'grandest' conveys the sense of being the greatest or the most impressive among a group. The use of 'grand' and its superlative form 'grandest' is often associated with architectural structures, royal or noble events, and significant achievements, reflecting the reverence and admiration they invoke.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #19,480, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.
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