# majestic

/məˈdʒɛstɪk/ (US) · /mædʒˈɛstɪk/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Adjective

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/majestic
Updated: 2026-05-03

## Definition

having a beautiful, powerful, or impressive appearance that makes you feel respect. You use it to describe things that look grand, like a high mountain or a large palace.

For teachers: possessing impressive beauty, dignity, or grandeur. Often describes natural landscapes, large animals, or architecture that inspires awe.

## Examples

- The majestic mountains were covered in white snow.
- The eagle looked majestic as it soared high above the valley with its wings spread wide.
- The cathedral's majestic architecture, featuring soaring arches and intricate stone carvings, stood as a testament to the artistic ambition of the medieval builders.

## Usage notes

- Typically used as an attributive adjective before a noun, though it can follow linking verbs like 'look' or 'appear'.

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