Cool MateGreat
UK /["/ɡreɪt/"]/US /["/ɡreɪt/"]/
Definition
very good or pleasant
In simple words: very good or impressive
Examples
- This pizza is great and very tasty!
- She did a great job on the project presentation.
- It's a great day for a picnic in the park.
- The great white shark is known for its size.
- He is a great player on the basketball team.
Usage notes
Use 'great' to describe something positive or impressive. It's suitable in both spoken and written contexts. Avoid using it in a sarcastic tone, as it can change the meaning.
Grammar pattern
standalone adjective
Memory hint
Think of 'great' like a 'great' big smile that shows happiness.
Collocations
- be
- feel
- look
- just
- really
- absolutely
- be
- become
- very
- great big
- no great
- be
- become
- very
- great big
- no great
- be
- become
- very
- great big
- no great
- be
- really
- truly
- very
- be
- feel
- look
- just
- really
- absolutely
- be
- become
- very
- great big
- no great
- be
- become
- very
- great big
- no great
Synonyms
- fantastic
- excellent
- wonderful
- awesome
- superb
Antonyms
- terrible
- poor
- bad
Common mistakes
- Using 'great' in a sarcastic way without context.
- Confusing 'great' with 'grate' when writing.
- Overusing 'great' instead of finding more specific adjectives.