n. 25B6; adjective
a grand hotel : MAGNIFICENT, imposing, impressive, awe-inspiring, splendid, resplendent, majestic, monumental; palatial, stately, large; luxurious, sumptuous, lavish, opulent; Brit. upmarket; N. Amer. upscale; informal fancy, posh, plush, classy, swanky; Brit. informal swish.
a grand scheme : AMBITIOUS, bold, epic, big, extravagant.
a grand old lady : AUGUST, distinguished, illustrious, eminent, esteemed, honoured, venerable, dignified, respectable; pre-eminent, prominent, notable, renowned, celebrated, famous; aristocratic, noble, regal, blue-blooded, high-born, patrician; informal upper-crust; Brit. informal posh, upmarket.
a grand total of £2,000 : COMPLETE, comprehensive, all-inclusive, inclusive; final.
the grand staircase : MAIN, principal, central, prime; biggest, largest.
(informal) you're doing a grand job : EXCELLENT, very good, marvellous, splendid, first-class, first-rate, wonderful, outstanding, sterling, fine; informal superb, terrific, great, super, ace; Brit. informal smashing, brilliant, brill.
inferior, humble, minor, poor.
25B6; noun (informal) a cheque for ten grand : THOUSAND POUNDS/DOLLARS; informal thou, K; N. Amer. informal G, gee.