majesty
/ˈmæd͡ʒ.əs.ti/
MÆD͡Ʒ · əs · ti (3 syllables)
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Definition
The quality of being impressive, great, dignified, powerful, sovereign, or any combination thereof.
Etymology
From Middle English majeste, mageste, from Old French majesté, from Latin maiestātem, (literally, "the quality of being greater”). Ultimately derived from Proto-Indo-European *meǵh₂s (“great”) See mega-.
Example Sentences
- "the majesty of the Great Pyramids"
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