grandeur
gran doohr
- n the quality of being magnificent or splendid or grand
an imaginative mix of old-fashioned grandeur and colorful art - n the quality of elevation of mind and exaltation of character or ideals or conduct
- The book now ends on this glorious sentence, over which Raven exults: "There is grandeur in this view of life, with its several powers, having been originally breathed by the .
- The rather louche glamour of Monaco's royal family is nothing compared with the fading but still palpable grandeur of the British monarchy.
- The lavish taste and grandeur of Imperial Russia seen through the ceremonial dress and uniforms of Emperors and court officials in a new show at London's Victoria and Albert Museum.