majestic

Also ma·jes·ti·cal

[muh-jes-tik]

adjective

1. characterized by or possessing majesty; of lofty dignity or imposing aspect; stately; grand.

   the majestic Alps.

   Synonyms: noble, imperial, kingly, royal, regal, magnificent, splendid, august
   Antonyms: mean, base

majestic

/ məˈdʒɛstɪk /

adjective

1. having or displaying majesty or great dignity; grand; lofty

Other Word Forms

• majestically adverb
• unmajestic adjective
• unmajestically adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of majestic¹

First recorded in 1595–1605; majest(y) + -ic

Example Sentences

By playing at the Rose Bowl, the Bruins are paid in majestic beauty, timeless tradition and a sense of family that their alumni and fans can’t get anywhere else.

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Unfortunately, this heartfelt film resonates most strongly through those majestic landscapes, not via the story that unfolds.

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One day, those denuded slopes could be a premiere addition to the Los Angeles region’s needy park systems, adding wildlife habitat, hiking trails and sports facilities to the majestic views.

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While Midtjylland were majestic, Celtic didn't exactly make them work hard for their money.

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It is also home to remote, rugged mountains, majestic canyons, lush grasslands and pristine lakes.

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