1
: the quality or state of being grand : magnificence
the glory that was Greece and the grandeur that was Rome—
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: an instance or example of grandeur
visited the awesome grandeurs of the American West
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.
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The amphitheater's stunning acoustics and the set designs' grandeur make every performance an unforgettable experience.
—Laura Itzkowitz, Travel + Leisure, 22 Apr. 2025
For me, the apotheosis of grandeur and scintillation was Northbrook Court in the 1980s.
—David Petitti, Chicago Tribune, 14 Apr. 2025
Spanning over 14,000 square feet, the home offers a harmonious balance of grandeur and warmth — every inch thoughtfully planned and immaculately maintained.
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Erica Firpo, Forbes.com, 27 Apr. 2025
The amphitheater's stunning acoustics and the set designs' grandeur make every performance an unforgettable experience.
—Laura Itzkowitz, Travel + Leisure, 22 Apr. 2025
For me, the apotheosis of grandeur and scintillation was Northbrook Court in the 1980s.
—David Petitti, Chicago Tribune, 14 Apr. 2025
Spanning over 14,000 square feet, the home offers a harmonious balance of grandeur and warmth — every inch thoughtfully planned and immaculately maintained.
—Miriam Schwartz, Boston Herald, 13 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for grandeur
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“Grandeur.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/grandeur. Accessed 3 May. 2025.
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grandeur
noun
gran·deur
ˈgran-jər 
1
: the quality or state of being grand : awe-inspiring magnificence
2
: something that is grand
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