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What does the word great mean?

Part of speech: noun

Greatness.

Part of speech: adjective

Of large size, quantity, number, or duration; big; vast; numerous; prolonged.

Part of speech: adjective

Important; mighty; eminent; distinguished; magnanimous; grand.

Part of speech: adjective

More remote by one generation; as, great- grandfather, etc.

Usage examples for great

We shall have a great evening. – One of Our Conquerors, Complete by George Meredith Last Updated: March 7, 2009
You told me you could only stay here a few days, and there is a great deal that ought to be done while you are here. – Fated to Be Free by Jean Ingelow
We have always been great friends. – Sisters Three by Mrs. George de Horne Vaizey