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
Now, after joining Tulsa King in season 2, the larger-than-life performer is broadening his appeal as Bigfoot, a bodyguard and enforcer for Dwight's crew.
—
Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 21 Sep. 2025
Although the story is fit for the stage, its protagonist’s larger-than-life personality demands the kinds of close-ups afforded by a big screen.
—Shirley Li, The Atlantic, 20 Sep. 2025
Also, stretching my wash-n-gos past day five offers larger-than-life volume that is always a hit with any look.
—Essence, 18 Sep. 2025
The comedy-news show takes a harder-hitting approach than most similar shows and blends investigative journalism with larger-than-life comedy bits.
—Rosa Escandon, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for larger-than-life
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 21 Sep. 2025
Although the story is fit for the stage, its protagonist’s larger-than-life personality demands the kinds of close-ups afforded by a big screen.
—Shirley Li, The Atlantic, 20 Sep. 2025
Also, stretching my wash-n-gos past day five offers larger-than-life volume that is always a hit with any look.
—Essence, 18 Sep. 2025
The comedy-news show takes a harder-hitting approach than most similar shows and blends investigative journalism with larger-than-life comedy bits.
—Rosa Escandon, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for larger-than-life
Cite this Entry
“Larger-than-life.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/larger-than-life. Accessed 24 Sep. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share