Synonyms for
Enormous
Definition
very large in size or amount
Synonyms & similar words
Synonyms by register
Literary
Antonyms
Common collocations
- enormous amount
- enormous size
- enormous difference
- enormous pressure
- enormous success
- enormous undertaking
- enormous impact
Word family
noun enormity
adverb enormously
Usage note
Enormous typically describes physical size or scale. While 'enormity' can mean enormousness, it often refers to the extreme seriousness or wickedness of something.
Example sentences
- The enormous whale was as big as a school bus.
- She had an enormous appetite and ate three slices of pizza.
- The enormous building towered over the city.
- The enormous storm caused a lot of damage.
- The enormous dinosaur roamed the earth millions of years ago.
Quotes
The enormous power of the sea was on full display during the hurricane.
The enormous success of the band was due to their catchy songs.
The enormous amount of homework was overwhelming for the students.