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British pronunciation/ɡɹˈe‍ɪt/
American pronunciation/ˈɡɹeɪt/

Definition & Meaning of "great"

01

exceptionally large in degree or amount

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The storm caused a great deal of damage to the coastal town.
He showed great interest in the topic, asking many questions during the lecture.
His great courage in the face of danger inspired everyone.
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He 's a great boss, always listening to his employees' ideas.
My parents are great, they always support me in everything I do.
She 's a great friend, always there when you need her.
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notable for its larger-than-average size or scale, often used to describe particular species of plants and animals

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The great white shark is a powerful predator of the ocean.
In the forest, we spotted a great horned owl perched high in the trees.
The great blue heron stood silently in the shallow waters, waiting for a fish.
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significantly influential or impactful

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The great leader ’s decisions shaped the future of the nation.
Her great achievements in science earned her numerous awards.
The great discovery revolutionized the field of medicine.
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(of names) signifying large size or major importance, often highlighting prominence or distinction

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Alfred the Great defended England against Viking invasions and fostered education.
The Great Lakes form the largest group of freshwater lakes on Earth by total area.
The Great Wall of China stretches over thousands of miles and has historical significance.
06

refering to a family member who is one generation further back than the usual term

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My great-grandmother often shares fascinating stories from her childhood.
We visited our great-uncle during the holidays and enjoyed his tales of family history.
She was thrilled to meet her great-grandchild for the first time.
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in a notably positive or exceptional manner

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The team performed great in the championship, winning the title.
The new policy worked great, leading to improved efficiency in the workplace.
The meal tasted great, with a perfect blend of flavors.
Great
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a person who is very successful and famous

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In the world of classical music, Beethoven is a great whose compositions are still celebrated today.
Michael Jordan is considered one of the basketball greats.
Many aspiring actors look up to Meryl Streep as one of the greats in the film industry.
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