Synonyms for

Mighty

Verb / ˈmaɪti: / Another word for mighty — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

having or showing great strength or power; very large or impressive

Synonyms & similar words

mightily right powerful powerful strong potent forceful vigorous robust sturdy muscular brawny hefty colossal enormous immense massive monstrous tremendous prodigious heroic formidable invincible

Synonyms by register

Formal

powerful potent formidable strong

Informal

awesome killer boss wicked

Literary

stout valiant potent

Antonyms

weak feeble puny small insignificant powerless frail

Common collocations

  • mighty warrior
  • mighty oak
  • mighty fine
  • mighty effort
  • mighty roar
  • mighty blow
  • mighty empire

Word family

noun might
adjective mighty
adverb mightily

Usage note

While 'mighty' can be used formally to mean 'very' or 'extremely', this usage is somewhat dated and can sound informal or even quaint. It is more commonly used to describe great strength or power.

Example sentences

  1. The mighty elephant trumpeted loudly in the jungle.
  2. The mighty army marched into battle with confidence.
  3. The mighty storm caused damage to many homes.
  4. The mighty oak tree provided shade in the park.
  5. The mighty lion roared ferociously in the zoo.

Quotes

  • We are not weak if we make a proper use of those means which the God of Nature has placed in our power... the battle, sir, is not to the strong alone it is to the vigilant, the active, the brave. - Patrick Henry
  • “I am not a great man, but I have a mighty heart.” - Theodore Roosevelt
  • “I am the master of my fate, I am the captain of my soul.” - William Ernest Henley

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