BIGGISH Synonyms: 153 Similar and Opposite Words

biggish

adjective

ˈbi-gish

Definition of biggish

as in large

of a size greater than average of its kind a rather biggish table for a dining room of modest dimensions

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as in sizable

sufficiently large in size, amount, or number to merit attention a biggish wart that should be removed

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Recent Examples of biggish Some biggish names fell on Thursday, including Auger-Aliassime and Musetti. — Ava Wallace, New York Times, 4 Sep. 2026 Most of us still want room for two big (or at least biggish) radiators and an external pump with an integrated reservoir. — PCMAG, 3 Aug. 2024 This is a pretty reasonable price for a biggish 1,060-piece set that looks like a relatively simple build with a ton of minifigs. — Scott Gilbertson, WIRED, 11 Oct. 2023 Today’s biggish buildings are mountainous; even run-of-the-mill towers compete with the hoodoos at Bryce Canyon. — Justin Davidson, Curbed, 24 Nov. 2021 James Harden and the Houston Rockets, who will test their insanely small lineup and 2-0 bubble record against the biggish Blazers. — oregonlive, 4 Aug. 2020 Dr Ding reckons that recycling waste heat in this way will increase the efficiency of biggish cryogenic-energy-storage plants to at least 69%. — The Economist, 28 Nov. 2019

Recent Examples of Synonyms for biggish

Adjective

Fixing the problem Flexible substrates have uneven surface roughness and varying hydroxyl-group densities, making standard large-area printing techniques ineffective.

— Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 26 Oct. 2026
There is a small chance for isolated Coastal Flood Warnings Wednesday through Thursday if larger surf develops.

— CA Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 26 Oct. 2026

Definition of large

Adjective

Zygielbaum was surprised however that the DOJ reached out only to him, and not the Republican clerk in neighboring Weld County, which also houses a sizable portion of that same congressional district.

— Miles Parks, NPR, 22 Oct. 2026
But current attempts to drive home that message are being rejected by a sizable and growing part of the population.

— Nicholas Florko, STAT, 21 Oct. 2026

Definition of sizable

Adjective

Yet the combination of grievance politics, inter-generational unfairness and an inescapable sense of decline is what makes France feel so fragile despite its size and its still considerable strengths.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 20 Oct. 2026
Although the test demonstrated remote connectivity and control over a considerable distance, the Navy did not report an autonomous flight, aerial refueling operation, or carrier landing as part of this event.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 20 Oct. 2026

Definition of considerable

Adjective

Summed up, this all provides the ship with significant firepower potential.

— Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 24 Oct. 2026
In July, the west-to-east ride across the state passed through a significant stretch of the northeastern Iowa district Mitchell hopes to represent.

— Washington Post, Washington Post, 24 Oct. 2026

Definition of significant

Adjective

Conventional early-warning aircraft have space for substantial radar arrays and powerful onboard systems, but their size and cost can limit how many can be deployed.

— Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 24 Oct. 2026
With builds ranging up to $6,000, the new ROG Strix Scar 18 will make a substantial dent in your bank account.

— Marshall Honorof, PC Magazine, 24 Oct. 2026

Definition of substantial

Adjective

The Bruins took a huge hit with their top six players all getting drafted by WNBA teams.

— ABC News, ABC News, 25 Oct. 2026
With its available sun-deflecting bright-white fabric and huge garage door-like entryway, the tent makes for a natural day shelter for events out in the sun, rain and wind.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 25 Oct. 2026

Definition of huge

Adjective

L3Harris claims its design can deliver greater range and speed than existing systems.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 24 Oct. 2026
Tarantino revealed the most personally meaningful piece of casting in a film filled with great performances — including supporting turns by multiple actors (Austin Butler, Mikey Madison, Sydney Sweeney) who have blown up in the seven years since.

— Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 24 Oct. 2026

Definition of great

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