greatness

greatness
n
1. magnitude, immensity, largeness, bigness, enormity; dimension, scope, mass, volume, bulk, size, vastness; depth, height, extent; measure, full measure, amplitude, fullness, quantity, deal, abundance, sufficiency.
2. high degree, intensity, potency, power, force, influence, strength; excellence, fineness, quality, distinctiveness, caliber, attainment.
3. importance, significance, influence; seriousness, gravity, import, urgency, solemnity.
4. majesty, nobility, loftiness, augustness, grandeur, stateliness; eminence, preeminence, distinction, dignity; fame, celebrity, renown, notoriety.
5. magnanimity, generosity, altruism, nobleness, high-mindedness, loftiness of purpose, liberality, disinterestedness, humanitarianism.

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