greatness

GREATNESS, noun Largeness of bulk, dimensions, number or quantity; as the greatness of a mountain, of an edifice, of a multitude, or of a sum of money. With reference to solid bodies, however, we more generally use bulk, size, extent or magnitude than greatness; as the bulk or size of the body; the extent of the ocean; the magnitude of the sun or of the earth.1. Large amount; extent; as the greatness of a reward.2. High degree; as the greatness of virtue or vice.3. High rank or place; elevation; dignity; distinction; eminence; power; command.4. Swelling pride; affected state.It is not of pride or greatness that he cometh not aboard your ships.5. Magnanimity; elevation of sentiment; nobleness; as greatness of mind.Virtue is the only solid basis of greatness 6. Strength or extent of intellectual faculties; as the greatness of genius.7. Large extent or variety; as the greatness of a man's acquisitions.8. Grandeur; pomp; magnificence.GREATNESS with Timon dwells in such a draught, As brings all Brobdignag before your thought.9. Force; intensity; as the greatness of sound, of passion, heat, etc