Definition of tremendousnext

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How is the word tremendous different from other adjectives like it?

Some common synonyms of tremendous are monstrous, prodigious, and stupendous. While all these words mean "extremely impressive," tremendous may imply a power to terrify or inspire awe.

the tremendous roar of the cataract

When might monstrous be a better fit than tremendous?

In some situations, the words monstrous and tremendous are roughly equivalent. However, monstrous implies a departure from the normal (as in size, form, or character) and often carries suggestions of deformity, ugliness, or fabulousness.

the monstrous waste of the project

When is it sensible to use prodigious instead of tremendous?

The synonyms prodigious and tremendous are sometimes interchangeable, but prodigious suggests a marvelousness exceeding belief, usually in something felt as going far beyond a previous maximum (as of goodness, greatness, intensity, or size).

made a prodigious effort and rolled the stone aside

When is stupendous a more appropriate choice than tremendous?

Although the words stupendous and tremendous have much in common, stupendous implies a power to stun or astound, usually because of size, numbers, complexity, or greatness beyond description.

a stupendous volcanic eruption

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of tremendous There is tremendous momentum happening in your career, Leo. Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 26 June 2026 Understanding negotiations, contracts, risk, and people has been a tremendous help. Brad Japhe, Forbes.com, 26 June 2026 The potential upside in using AI across an enterprise is tremendous, McGuire said. Todd Spangler, Variety, 26 June 2026 The portal has had a tremendous impact on my students, and that’s just in one school. Sarah Scrogin, New York Daily News, 26 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for tremendous
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tremendous
Adjective
  • Authors think humans might just be able to leverage a few tools at our disposal to change the course of huge weather events.
    Doyle Rice, USA Today, 27 June 2026
  • Technology companies are spending big to incorporate artificial intelligence into their businesses and to build huge data centers.
    Alex Veiga, Los Angeles Times, 27 June 2026
Adjective
  • But for prices, the distinction makes an enormous difference, Kaneva noted.
    David Goldman, CNN Money, 25 June 2026
  • The wave that hit downtown Kansas City on Thursday wasn’t like what the city has seen before, even in enormous parades for Chiefs’ Super Bowl or Royals’ World Series victories.
    Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 25 June 2026
Adjective
  • Competitive eaters expand their stomach capacity to hold vast amounts of food.
    Jennifer Borresen, USA Today, 3 July 2026
  • In a vast contrast to 1776, chronic diseases now account for most American deaths, because people generally live long enough to develop them.
    Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026
Adjective
  • But a loss, coming after such an absurd, farcical process, and removing the possibility of a gigantic matchup against Spain or Portugal in the quarterfinals in Los Angeles, would be unforgivable.
    Ian Miller OutKick, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026
  • The gigantic star cluster inside the nebula NGC 3603 (about 20,000 light-years away) shines in a second image.
    Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 2 July 2026
Adjective
  • Atlanta Braves at Truist Park A massive Braves block party will take place in Truist Park on Saturday, with flyovers, baseball, fireworks and more.
    Irene Wright, USA Today, 3 July 2026
  • Artist Stan Herd created a massive quarter-acre Algerian flag earthwork near the Lied Center on west campus.
    Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 3 July 2026
Adjective
  • While portals offer a vital communication channel for patients facing long appointment wait times, the cognitive load on physicians is immense.
    Forbes.com, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026
  • The immense viewership totals for Kansas City don’t take into account the number of people watching at the Fan Festival, Power & Light District, Sporting Park or any other watch parties that are being held around the city.
    Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 29 June 2026
Adjective
  • What’s behind those giant flags in World Cup pregame ceremonies?
    Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 4 July 2026
  • And this couple rolled up in this giant fifth wheel with a big old pickup.
    Dana Taylor, USA Today, 3 July 2026
Adjective
  • The name Chelydra serpentina evokes colossal reptiles stomping through ancient forests.
    Hannah Smith July 1, Idaho Statesman, 1 July 2026
  • His public funeral will begin on Saturday, with his body lying in state at the colossal complex in central Tehran that hosts major Friday prayers, official ceremonies and religious gatherings.
    Alex Sundby, CBS News, 30 June 2026

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“Tremendous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tremendous. Accessed 4 Jul. 2026.

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