majesty — impressive stateliness, dignity, or beauty
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: impressive stateliness, dignity, or beauty
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈmædʒəsti/
Example Sentences
- The cat sat on the windowsill with the majesty of a lion surveying his kingdom.
- The majesty of Niagara Falls attracts millions of tourists every year.
- He addressed the Queen as 'Your Majesty' and immediately tripped over his own feet.
majesty
NOUN[/ˈmædʒəsti/]
impressive stateliness, dignity, or beauty
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Middle English and Old French 'majeste', derived from Latin 'majestas' meaning 'greatness' or 'dignity'. The Latin term is related to 'maior' meaning 'greater'.
Breakdown
Latin 'maior' (greater) + '-etas' (noun suffix indicating quality/state) = 'majestas' (greatness/dignity) > majesty
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The cat sat on the windowsill with the majesty of a lion surveying his kingdom.”
“The majesty of Niagara Falls attracts millions of tourists every year.”
“He addressed the Queen as 'Your Majesty' and immediately tripped over his own feet.”
“The ancient cathedral's majesty left everyone in silent awe.”
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