grand

/ˈɡɹænd/

Definition & Meaning of "grand"in English

grand

ADJECTIVE

magnificent in size and appearance

imposing

majestic

stately

nobel

Grammatical Information

Composition

Simple

qualitative

Superlative

grandest

Comparative

grander

gradable

Examples

The grand waterfall cascaded down the mountainside, creating a breathtaking sight.

1.1

impressive in both size and quality, often considered as luxurious

Examples

The grand entrance of the palace was adorned with intricate carvings and golden trim.

exceptionally wonderful, often used to emphasize the quality of something

amazing

brilliant

dazzling

excellent

exceptional

Examples

The concert was a grand success, leaving the audience in awe.

(of a person) possessing high rank

Examples

The grand duke attended the event, his presence commanding respect from all.

(of a person or behavior) exhibiting nobility and magnificence, often intended to attract admiration or attention

aristocratic

distinguished

noble

Examples

The leader ’s grand gestures during the ceremony left a lasting impression on everyone present.

lofty and majestic in thought or expression

Examples

The poet 's grand style captivated readers with its majestic language and profound themes.

5.1

(of a goal or plan) impressive and ambitious, requiring significant effort and resources to achieve

ambitious

grand

Examples

The entrepreneur 's grand vision involved revolutionizing the entire industry.

used in family relationships to show one generation above or below

Examples

She was excited to meet her grand-nephew for the first time.

considering all aspects and details

aggregate

comprehensive

full

overall

total

Examples

After adding everything up, the grand total was $5,000.

Grand

NOUN

a thousand units of a currency

large

Slang

Grammatical Information

Animacy status

Inanimate

Composition

Simple

Countable

Plural form

grand

What does "grand" mean in slang?

The term "grand" refers to a thousand units of currency, most commonly a thousand dollars. The structure is informal slang where "grand" is used as a noun for the value of 1,000, likely derived from earlier financial slang usage. It is commonly used in everyday speech and hip-hop culture to describe sums of money in thousands, as in "five grand," meaning $5,000.

Examples

He won five grand in the lottery last night.

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