majestic

adjective

ma·​jes·​tic mə-ˈje-stik How to pronounce majestic (audio)
Synonyms of majestic
: having or exhibiting majesty : stately
majestic mountains
majestically
mə-ˈje-sti-k(ə-)lē How to pronounce majestic (audio)
adverb

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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
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The forest between Bordeaux and a line of majestic sand dunes on the Atlantic is the largest in France, far bigger than any in the Alps or Pyrenees. — Michael Finnegan, Los Angeles Times, 30 Aug. 2026 As one of the world’s leading manta ray research organizations, The Manta Trust is dedicated to educating and conserving habitats for these majestic creatures. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Aug. 2026 Fittingly, the building's form resembles one of these majestic sea creatures diving into the water. — New Atlas, 28 Aug. 2026 That majestic attitude is even more remarkable given Kaya’s beginnings. — Alicia Urrea, Billboard, 27 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for majestic

Word History

First Known Use

1606, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of majestic was in 1606

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“Majestic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/majestic. Accessed 2 Sep. 2026.

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majestic

adjective
ma·​jes·​tic mə-ˈjes-tik How to pronounce majestic (audio)
: being stately and dignified : noble
majestically
-ti-k(ə-)lē How to pronounce majestic (audio)
adverb
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