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greatness

noun

  1. concept of a state of superiority affecting a person or object in a particular place or area
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Pronunciation: /ˈɡɹeɪtnəs/

noun

Etymology: From Middle English gretnesse, gretnes, greetnesse, from Old English grēatnes. Equivalent to great + -ness.

  1. The state, condition, or quality of being great

    Due to the greatness of his size, he was an effective bodyguard.

    greatness of mind

  2. Pride; haughtiness.

    It is not of pride or greatness that he cometh not aboard your ships.