greater
Meaning
comparative form of great: more great
Synonyms
still more
good deal
more numerous
Frequency
Pronounced as (IPA)
/ˈɡɹeɪ.tə(ɹ)/
Etymology
See the etymology of the corresponding lemma form.
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great
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- Taking much space; large.
- (informal) Taking much space; large.
- Taking much space; large.
- (informal) Very good; excellent; wonderful; fantastic.
- Important, consequential.
- Involving more generations than the qualified word implies — as many extra generations as repetitions of the word great (from 1510s).
- (obsolete) Pregnant; large with young; full of.
- (obsolete) Intimate; familiar.
- Arising from or possessing idealism; admirable; commanding; illustrious; eminent.
- Impressive or striking.
- Much in use; favoured.
- Of much talent or achievements.
- Doing or exemplifying (a characteristic or pursuit) on a large scale; active or enthusiastic.
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