Gloss · Another word for · great

Another word for great.

Great can mean big, good, or important, so it often means none of them clearly. Pick the sense first.

Very good

• terrificGreat, with casual enthusiasm.You did a terrific job on the garden.
• wonderfulGreat, with warmth and delight.We had a wonderful time at the lake.
• outstandingClearly better than the rest.She was an outstanding student in every subject.

Great in amount

• immenseGreat in size, past easy measure.She felt immense relief when the call came.
• tremendousGreat in force; a little dramatic.The storm did tremendous damage along the coast.
• considerableGreat, but measured and formal.The project took considerable time and money.

Great in importance

• eminentGreat in standing, within a field.An eminent surgeon will lead the team.
• momentousGreat because so much changes after.Moving across the country was a momentous decision.

When to keep “great”

Keep great in fixed phrases like “a great deal” and “great-grandmother,” where nothing else fits.

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