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
Examples of majestic in a Sentence
a majestic pillar of society who continues to entertain in grand style
a majestic Egyptian pyramid that has enthralled travelers for aeons
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Tucked among the winding roads and resplendent trees of this tony enclave is a property that feels like pulling into a majestic boutique hotel.—Miriam Schwartz, Boston Herald, 13 Apr. 2025 There's a coquina quarry where laborers mined stones to build the majestic Castillo de San Marcos and other historic structures downtown.—Kara Franker, Southern Living, 13 Apr. 2025 Here are 10 non-Trump hotels the president has visited:
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Perched gracefully atop the cliffs of Pointe-au-Pic in Quebec's picturesque Charlevoix region, Fairmont Le Manoir Richelieu overlooks the majestic St. Lawrence River.—Paula Conway, Forbes.com, 11 Apr. 2025 Luna Sulien Venus Nyx Cosmo Atom Rigel Stella Nebula
Apollo
Vega
Andromeda
Celestia
Sol
Lyra
Comet
Artemis
Sirius
Cassiopeia
Galaxy
Cosima
Skye
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Nature is majestic and wild—a constant source of inspiration for adventurous, courageous spirits.—Fiona Tapp, Parents, 10 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for majestic
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