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great

Pronunciation: [/ˈɡɹeɪt/]

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great: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use great in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “quality”

(adjective) used to describe something or someone as very good or impressive. When you think something is amazing or really nice, you can say it's great.

Example

She did a great job on her school project.

Example

The movie wasn't great; it was boring.

Example

Was the food at the restaurant great?

Context: “size”

(adjective) relatively large in size or amount. A big amount or a significantly large size is described as great.

Example

There was a great turnout at the event.

Example

We had a great distance left to travel.

Example

How great is the crowd expected to be?

Context: “quantity”

(noun) an amount that is more than usual or average. When you have a lot of something or a large number, you can say you have a great quantity of it.

Example

He has a great amount of patience when dealing with children.

Example

She lacked a great deal of experience in the field.

Example

Do you have a great deal of time to spare?

How to pronounce great

Pronunciation: [/ˈɡɹeɪt/]

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