greatness

great-ness · noun

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Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    The quality of being great; eminence or distinction.

  2. 2.

    Remarkable ability, quality, or scope.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    achieve greatness — to accomplish something remarkable
  • •
    destined for greatness — fated to become important or famous
  • •
    thrust upon greatness — becoming great by circumstance rather than choice

Related words

Antonyms: insignificance, mediocrity
See also: eminence, excellence, great
Synonyms: distinction, eminence, excellence, grandeur

Etymology

From Old English grēat ("great") + suffix -ness, which forms abstract nouns denoting a state or quality.