larger-than-life

adjective

larg·​er-than-life ˈlär-jər-ṯẖən-ˈlīf 

: of the sort legends are made of

larger-than-life heroes

Examples of larger-than-life in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Few could do larger-than-life glamour quite like Diana Ross, and Mackie knew exactly how to match her energy. — Amanda Le, InStyle, 14 Sep. 2026

Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve is about a five-minute drive away, offering a similar larger-than-life experience to Muir Woods without the crowds or parking headaches. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Sep. 2026

There’s no movie star to take charge, and Greengrass doesn’t inflate the passengers into larger-than-life heroes. — Joshua Rothkopf, Los Angeles Times, 11 Sep. 2026

For visitors to the museum, the larger-than-life tapestry is truly a sight to behold. — Joe Van Ryn, CBS News, 10 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1937, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for larger-than-life

• afterlife
• pocketknife
• alewife
• birdlife
• folklife
• housewife
• jackknife
• midlife
• midwife
• nightlife
• penknife
• wildlife