massive

adjective

ˈma-siv How to pronounce massive (audio)
Definition of massivenext
1
as in heavy
having great weight a massive piece of furniture that was nearly impossible to move

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2
as in huge
unusually large the massive statue took up most of the small yard

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3
as in magnificent
large and impressive in size, grandeur, extent, or conception the war memorial's massive dignity moves most visitors to reflective silence

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Recent Examples of massive Smoke continued to rise from the twisted shards of metal, while the remains of the World Trade Center smoldered in a massive pile. — Sophia Leone, FOXNews.com, 10 Sep. 2026 Though the math on this is pretty simple, the massive figure leaves more questions around the theoretical payout than answers. — Joe Wilkins, Futurism, 10 Sep. 2026 Adapting my play into three seasons of television over the past decade has been the ride of a lifetime, filled with massive highs and lows that echo the ever-changing TV landscape. — Joe Otterson, Variety, 10 Sep. 2026 To celebrate World War Z’s 20th anniversary, Popular Science recently spoke with Brooks about the book’s massive impact. — Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 10 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for massive
Recent Examples of Synonyms for massive
  1. heavy
  2. huge
  3. magnificent
  4. hefty
  5. gigantic
  6. epic
  7. enormous
  8. glorious
Adjective
  • Today, his lab is building a larger version of the QGI experiment that puts nanodiamonds into the same superposition—objects 10 orders of magnitude heavier than atoms, massive enough to warp spacetime around themselves.
    — Jacek Krywko, ArsTechnica, 11 Sep. 2026
  • Each year there is heavy police presence at the site around the anniversary, and some people have been detained after showing up with flowers or candles.
    — Jennifer Jett, NBC news, 11 Sep. 2026
Definition of heavy
Adjective
  • The cast’s Blackness is a huge part of this — signifying is in their blood — but the impact spread across the whole franchise.
    — Ile-Ife Okantah, Vulture, 7 Sep. 2026
  • That was a play with huge ramifications that, to some extent, still sticks with Williams.
    — Dan Wiederer, New York Times, 7 Sep. 2026
Definition of huge
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  • As Katia Schörle, one of the experts featured in the film, explains, wild animals embodied a world that was both magnificent and terrifying.
    — Roberto Prieto, Variety, 8 Sep. 2026
  • Drawing on the rich architectural heritage here, magnificent historic properties have been turned into elegant boutique hotels, not only in the capital but also in tranquil villages across the island.
    — Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 5 Sep. 2026
Definition of magnificent
Adjective
  • Players love the idea of adding 23 NHL jobs every time a new team joins the league, and owners love the hefty expansion fees, which could reach $2 billion for the potential Texas franchise.
    — Mark Lazerus, New York Times, 10 Sep. 2026
  • But even the world’s heftiest cockroach can only carry so much stuff on its back.
    — Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 9 Sep. 2026
Definition of hefty
Adjective
  • The gigantic sinkhole, which formed in the driveway of the Malibu, California, home, is estimated to be up to 30 feet deep, 30 feet wide and 60 feet long, according to a proclamation of a local emergency issued by the City of Malibu.
    — Taijuan Moorman, USA Today, 9 Sep. 2026
  • The 6-foot-6, 238-pounder is basically a gigantic receiver who isn’t afraid to put his hand in the dirt and block.
    — Nick Baumgardner, New York Times, 9 Sep. 2026
Definition of gigantic
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  • On Day 9, a big move at the top of the women’s game, two epic men’s matches and some surprising doubles drama.
    — Ava Wallace, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026
  • But Khrzhanovsky’s original idea, for an epic biopic on the life of Landau, never completely disappeared though.
    — Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 8 Sep. 2026
Definition of epic
Adjective
  • Light can carry enormous amounts of information, and optical connections can offer high bandwidth over relatively long distances.
    — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 5 Sep. 2026
  • Perhaps Vance’s affection for Carlson has more to do with holding the loyalty of his friend’s enormous audience.
    — Jonathan Chait, The Atlantic, 5 Sep. 2026
Definition of enormous
Adjective
  • In their new home, the past clings to Everton; restless, a bad joke, craving more, loud, glorious.
    — George Caulkin, New York Times, 7 Sep. 2026
  • This is The Fantasticks, known and adored across the globe, in a Broadway premiere that brings glorious new life to the beloved classic.
    — Greg Evans, Deadline, 5 Sep. 2026
Definition of glorious

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“Massive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/massive. Accessed 13 Sep. 2026.

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