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

The Swaggy Sie, who reflected on his larger-than-life personality, unwavering belief in his hometown, and impact, hosted the event, which blended luxury fashion, live performances, philanthropy, and storytelling. — Christine Imarenezor, VIBE.com, 4 Aug. 2026

The continued fascination with Monroe reflects a broader yearning for the glamour and larger-than-life movie stars of cinema's Golden Age. — Lauryn Overhultz, FOXNews.com, 1 Aug. 2026

Take in the 55-foot-high arches with their 29,000 Guastavino ceiling tiles, the larger-than-life windows, and try, just try, to reckon with the immensity of Detroit's story. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 July 2026

Like Flannery O’Connor, Danny understands that the South is a place filled with contradictions, larger-than-life personalities, humor, heartbreak and unexpected grace. — Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 28 July 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