massive

massive

Language: EN · Kind: word · Transcription: [/ˈmæs.ɪv/]

Senses

1. massive (adj) — sense 1

Definition: Very large in size or extent.

Example: Compared to its counterparts from World War II, the Abrams main battle tank is truly massive.

2. massive (adj) — sense 2

Definition: Substantial in mass; bulky, heavy and solid.

Example: A massive comet or asteroid appears to have ended the era of the dinosaurs.

3. massive (adj) — sense 3

Definition: To a very great extent; total, utter.

Example: Notwithstanding Catherine's assurances, I was apprehensive about meeting Denys, worried that I would come off as a massive idiot […]

4. massive (noun) — sense 4

Definition: A homogeneous mass of rock, not layered and without an obvious crystal structure.

Example: karst massives in western Georgia

5. massive (noun) — sense 5

Definition: A group of people from a locality, or sharing a collective aim, interest, etc.

Example: Big up to the Croydon massive!

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