enormous — extremely large in size, quantity, or extent; huge
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: extremely large in size, quantity, or extent; huge
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪˈnɔːrməs/
Korean meaning: 크기, 양, 범위가 극도로 큰; 거대한
Korean pronunciation: 이-노어-머스 (강세: 노어)
Example Sentences
- My mom's enormous bag could probably fit our entire family inside!
- The homework pile was so enormous, it cast a shadow over my desk.
- The company made enormous profits last year due to increased sales.
enormous
ADJECTIVE//ɪˈnɔːrməs//
extremely large in size, quantity, or extent; huge
Dwarfed by enormous ancient tree
The enormous chorus penetrates even porous walls!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'enormis' meaning 'out of measure' or 'immoderate,' composed of the prefix 'e-' (out) and 'norma' (rule, measure). The word entered English in the 16th century to describe something exceeding normal bounds.
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🔗Collocations
“She spent an enormous amount of time studying for the exam.”
“Students face enormous pressure during exam season.”
“The K-pop group achieved enormous success worldwide.”
“There's an enormous difference between the two products.”
“Climate change presents an enormous challenge for humanity.”
📝Examples
“My mom's enormous bag could probably fit our entire family inside!”
“The homework pile was so enormous, it cast a shadow over my desk.”
“The company made enormous profits last year due to increased sales.”
“Scientists discovered an enormous dinosaur fossil in the desert.”
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