Synonyms

greatness

American

[greyt-nis] / ˈgreɪt nɪs /

noun

the quality or state of being important, notable, or distinguished.

The goal is to inspire students to achieve greatness by taking risks, working hard, and pushing their limits.
The town is considered an important historical landmark, and is known primarily for its architectural greatness and venerable history.
the quality or state of being powerful or intense.

Those who are deemed incurable by reason of the greatness of their crimes are banished and never allowed to return.
the quality or state of being large in size, stature, number, etc..

The ancient stone walls, towering close to 200 feet high, impress with their greatness.

Other Word Forms

overgreatness noun

Etymology

Origin of greatness

great ( def. ) + -ness ( def. )

Example Sentences

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They should be reminded of the greatness of our founders—especially our most essential founder—and of the glorious history of this nation “conceived in Liberty.”

From The Wall Street Journal

Two features define Rembrandt as a portraitist and serve as the measure of his greatness.

From The Wall Street Journal

On the one hand, America’s is a story of greatness: The U.S. is the wealthiest and most powerful nation on the planet.

From The Wall Street Journal

From his speech asserting the greatness of his own presidency to his launch of his new "Board of Peace" surrounded by world leaders, there was no question who was meant to be the star.

From Barron's

"As the world's golf league," the statement continued, "LIV Golf continues to offer the best professional golfers the most competitive, challenging, and lucrative environments in which to pursue greatness on a global scale."

From BBC

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