gigantic — extremely large in size or extent; huge
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: extremely large in size or extent; huge
Pronunciation (IPA): /dʒaɪˈɡæntɪk/
Korean meaning: 극도로 큰, 거대한, 엄청난
Korean pronunciation: 자이-갠-틱 (강세: 갠)
Example Sentences
- My mom's gigantic purse contains everything except what she's looking for.
- The company made a gigantic investment in renewable energy.
- He has a gigantic appetite but a tiny stomach capacity.
gigantic
ADJECTIVE//dʒaɪˈɡæntɪk//
extremely large in size or extent; huge
Extremely huge in size
A gigantic Atlantic view sets the romantic mood!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Italian 'gigante' and Latin 'gigans', both derived from Greek 'gigas' meaning 'giant'. The Greek word likely comes from the same root as 'gignesthai' meaning 'to be born', referencing the mythological giants of ancient Greek tradition.
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📝Examples
“My mom's gigantic purse contains everything except what she's looking for.”
“The company made a gigantic investment in renewable energy.”
“He has a gigantic appetite but a tiny stomach capacity.”
“The gigantic billboard dominated the city skyline.”
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