(often followed by 'at') Skilful or adroit
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Large in scale or size
“A great thunderstorm is expected on our shores soon.”
Large in quantity
“He struck gold and left with a great sum of cash.”
Impressive or striking
“The tall skyscraper was a great achievement in design and architecture.”
Recognized for one's power, talents or achievements
“The class focused on the great religious leaders of the last century.”
Of significant importance or consequence
“He had to make a great decision with life-changing repercussions.”
(often followed by 'at') Skilful or adroit
“The virtuoso had always been great at composing music from a young age.”
(informal) Very good
“The food at the cafe was great.”
Possessing enthusiasm or passion
“I'm a great fan of Kanye West's music.”
Having, or characterized by, a generous nature
“This was a vilification of one who had a great heart in him, a heart so generous and true.”
Belonging to, or characteristic of, the aristocracy
“Arya Stark was a descendant of one of the great families of Winterfell.”
Lasting or extending for a great period of time
“It has been a great while since we last met.”
(informal, intensifier) Extreme or absolute in degree
“His crime was a great disgrace to his community.”
In common use
“Neoclassicism was a great art movement during the years from the early 20th century.”
(obsolete) Pregnant with child or young
“The ewes great with young.”
Existing in large amounts or numbers
Significant or extreme in degree or intensity
Pleasing to the mind or senses
Obvious or clearly noticeable
Wide-ranging or extensive in scope
Forceful, or having an immediate impact
Characterized by a good or happy sentiment
Upstanding, especially law-abiding
Suitable in the most precise manner
Used for emphasis, especially of something bad
Painful or unpleasant to accept or contemplate
(of a person) Denoting a close or intimate relationship
Full of determination
Densely filled or covered with
Cogent or compelling in nature
A person of major significance
“Mozart is a great in the history of classical music.”
A famous person, typically successful or much-publicized
In a very satisfactory manner
“The new oven works great for roasting chicken.”
(rare) To a great degree or extent
“He lived in a great big mansion.”
Expression of gladness and content
“Great! I look forward to it.”
Sarcastic way of expressing frustration
“Great! She has stood me up again!”
Used as an affirmation
An elliptical exclamation of satisfaction or commendation
Exclamatory expressions of appreciation, denoting high quality or delight
An exclamation of praise or endorsement of an achievement
Acknowledging a witty remark
Idiomatic expressions for great
“Yet the evidence gathers each year like a thumping great storm cloud.”
A large amount or degree of
(informal, sarcastic) Used ironically to express disapproval
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