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majestic

adjective

ma·​jes·​tic mə-ˈje-stik How to pronounce majestic (audio)
: having or exhibiting majesty : stately
majestic mountains
majestically adverb
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grand, magnificent, imposing, stately, majestic, grandiose mean large and impressive.

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

Example Sentences

a majestic pillar of society who continues to entertain in grand style a majestic Egyptian pyramid that has enthralled travelers for aeons
Recent Examples on the Web These majestic mountains and peaks — part of the Canadian Rockies within Alberta's Jasper National Park — were named for QEII after her ascent in 1953. Kate Hogan, Peoplemag, 8 Sep. 2022 The main highlights here include the town's mosaic-covered duomo, Cathedral of Civita Castellana, as well as its majestic ancient fortress. Silvia Marchetti, CNN, 8 Sep. 2022 Corferias Centro de Convenciones Perched nearly 9,000 feet above sea level on a majestic Andean plateau, Bogotá has always had a singular energy. Christina Pérez, ELLE, 7 Sep. 2022 There are plenty of great environments to spy these majestic beauties (El Dorado Regional Park in Long Beach or wetlands like Ballona, Bolsa Chica and Dominguez Gap), but the Elysian Valley is the ideal place. Matt Pawlik, Los Angeles Times, 31 Aug. 2022 Milwaukee Brewers manager Craig Counsell was caught on camera signaling for Brent Suter in majestic fashion during a lighthearted moment in Monday night's game against the Pittsburgh Pirates at American Family Field. Jr Radcliffe, Journal Sentinel, 29 Aug. 2022 With an impressive central courtyard and a majestic gateway wide for a horse and carriage to pass through, the building is a monument to the area’s past prosperity. Elizabeth Hayt, ELLE Decor, 26 Aug. 2022 As an employee at the majestic Jackson Lake Lodge for nine years, Jeff Monteith knew that the Fed’s annual conference was one of the hallmarks of the summer tourist season. Rachel Siegel, Washington Post, 25 Aug. 2022 Its grounds—including a bar which extends outdoors under a majestic live oak tree—are only open to guests and members. Ella Riley-adams, Vogue, 25 Aug. 2022 See More

Word History

First Known Use

1606, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of majestic was in 1606

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