grand

1. adjective

1)

a grand hotel

Syn:

magnificent, imposing, impressive, awe-inspiring, splendid, resplendent, majestic, monumental; palatial, stately, large; luxurious, sumptuous, lavish, opulent, upmarket, upscale; informal fancy, posh, plush, classy, swanky, five-star

Ant:

inferior, unimpressive

2)

a grand scheme

Syn:

ambitious, bold, epic, big, extravagant

3)

a grand old lady

Syn:

august, distinguished, illustrious, eminent, esteemed, honored, venerable, dignified, respectable; preeminent, prominent, notable, renowned, celebrated, famous; aristocratic, noble, regal, blue-blooded, high-born, patrician; informal upper-crust

Ant:

ordinary, humble

4)

a grand total of $2,000

Syn:

complete, comprehensive, all-inclusive, inclusive; final

Ant:

partial

5)

the grand staircase

Syn:

main, principal, central, prime; biggest, largest

Ant:

minor, secondary

6) informal

you're doing a grand job

Syn:

excellent, very good, marvelous, first-class, first-rate, wonderful, outstanding, sterling, fine, splendid, superb, terrific, fabulous, great; informal super, ace, killer; smashing, brilliant

Ant:

poor

2. noun, informal

a check for ten grand

Syn:

thousand dollars; informal thou, K/Ks; G/Gs, gee/gees