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majestic

adjective
ma·​jes·​tic | \ mÉ™-ˈje-stik How to pronounce majestic (audio) \

Definition of majestic

: having or exhibiting majesty : stately majestic mountains

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Other Words from majestic

majestically \ mÉ™-​ˈje-​sti-​k(É™-​)lÄ“ How to pronounce majestically (audio) \ adverb

Choose the Right Synonym for majestic

grand, magnificent, imposing, stately, majestic, grandiose mean large and impressive. 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

Recent Examples on the Web

His facial hair is in for the fight, too, standing majestic and unbroken. Alex Abad-santos, Vox, "The enduring legacy and fantasy of Captain America’s beard, explained," 18 June 2019 The royal couple traveled to the African country on the annual holiday two years ago to assist Dr. Mike Chase of Elephants Without Borders, getting up close to the majestic animals while aiding in the conversation effort. Stephanie Petit, PEOPLE.com, "Meghan Markle and Prince Harry Share Never-Before-Seen Photos with Elephants from 2017 Botswana Trip," 12 Aug. 2019 The majestic, solitary birds were spotted in the dunes along Coast Guard Beach and Nauset Beach and out at Race Point. James Sullivan, BostonGlobe.com, "Finding good coffee on the Cape is no longer a grind," 6 Aug. 2019 The 18th-century Grand Cascade, the most majestic of Peterhof’s fountain systems, ushers you to the Grand Palace. Aanchal Anand, National Geographic, "Cathedrals, canals, and cafés: the ultimate St. Petersburg itinerary," 23 May 2019 Around 80% of trophy hunters worldwide are Americans, and public anger at the deaths of such majestic creatures has sparked a push for the government to do something to stop it — even though some maintain the anger is misplaced. Taylor Mooney, CBS News, "Congress considers crackdown on trophy hunting," 19 July 2019 In the Asian forests and savannas that are their natural habitat, wild tiger populations have plunged, leaving fewer than 4,000 of the majestic creatures slinking toward extinction. oregonlive.com, "The trouble with tigers in America," 13 July 2019 Borrow a bike or jump in a car, but be sure to look around and catch the majestic volcano views. Sarah Rubin, Harper's BAZAAR, "How to Eat & Drink Your Way Through Portland," 3 July 2019 Wolf Park, an education and research facility, is the main attraction, where visitors can see majestic creatures up close, along with coyotes, bison and foxes. Kellie Hwang, Indianapolis Star, "You can get to these 10 unique road trip destinations from Indy in 5 hours or less," 3 July 2019

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First Known Use of majestic

1606, in the meaning defined above

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majestic

adjective

English Language Learners Definition of majestic

: large and impressively beautiful

majestic

adjective
ma·​jes·​tic | \ mÉ™-ˈje-stik How to pronounce majestic (audio) \

Kids Definition of majestic

: very impressive and beautiful or dignified majestic mountains

Other Words from majestic

majestically \ -​sti-​kÉ™-​lÄ“ \ adverb

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