grand; lavish; large-scale; lively or thriving
Most often used for ceremonies, parties, celebrations, send-offs, and similar events, emphasizing impressive scale, splendor, and liveliness. The older or broader nuance of something being flourishing or thriving is tied to this idea of being vigorous and large in scale.
The town celebrated the festival on a grand scale.
The wedding was very lavish.
The ceremony was magnificent in the extreme.
powerful; vigorous; enthusiastic
Describes force or intensity rather than luxury; common with applause, cheers, welcomes, and other energetic public reactions.
When the speech ended, thunderous applause broke out.
The crowd gave the players loud, enthusiastic cheers.
The couple held a grand wedding ceremony.
They celebrated the company's 100th anniversary in grand style.
Enthusiastic applause broke out when the speech ended.
The new students gave their senior a big, warm send-off.