greater

[grey-ter] / ˈgreɪ tər /

ADJECTIVE

better

Synonyms

WEAK

boss cooler higher larger largest leading most outstanding preeminent super superlative terrific

Example Sentences

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"I get to avoid the rush hour and being packed in like a sardine," says the 23-year-old in Salford, Greater Manchester.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

A 91-year-old lollipop man from Greater Manchester is completing his final crossing after 28 years on the job.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

The larger of the two, Greater Tunb, is about 4 square miles, about the size of Key West.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026

Official emblem of the Greater Mumbai Police, with a hand holding up the scales of justice.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

When she opened her eyes, she was back in the Greater Jungle and sitting across from Badwa.

From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray