Grand
/ɡrænd/noun
Impressive in size, appearance, or general effect.
Did you know?The word 'grand' is connected to the Latin 'grandis', meaning 'large, great', which was often used in contexts relating to the gods and their magnificence.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*gʰr̥eh₁n-
“To grow, to become large or great.”
Latin
Latin
grandis
“Large, great, noble; often used in reference to the divine or impressive stature.”
Old French
Old French
grand
“Large, great, tall; used to denote nobility or significant stature.”
Middle English
Middle English
grand
“Large, imposing; associated with authority and superiority.”
Modern English
English
grand
“Impressive and magnificent in appearance or effect.”
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