as in enormous
unusually large
the old stadium was replaced by a huge new one that seats 100,000 spectators
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as in magnitude
the quality or state of being very large
you can only appreciate the hugeness of the dome when you see how tiny the people standing under it look
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a huge success
a huge difference
a big difference
a massive difference
an enormous difference
a considerable difference
a vast difference
a huge mistake
huge losses
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Recent Examples of huge
Debra Utacia Krol, AZCentral.com, 19 Aug. 2025
The flooding was caused by massive rainfall that came from two hurricanes, known as Connie and Diane, that poured huge amounts of water on the area, particularly the Unionville section of Farmington.
—Christopher Keating, Hartford Courant, 19 Aug. 2025
The Weasleys are a huge part of the books and original movies and anticipation had been growing for who would play them.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 19 Aug. 2025
Ahead of Thursday’s launch of ESPN’s new direct-to-consumer service, Andrew Marchand has a nice feature on the big bet by chairman Jimmy Pitaro during an era of huge shifts in the media industry.
—Chris Branch, New York Times, 19 Aug. 2025
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Adjective
For example, Winters said, Resolution has said that Apache Leap, the mountain to the west of the Magma site that forms the eastern border of Superior, won't be affected by the huge mine.
—Debra Utacia Krol, AZCentral.com, 19 Aug. 2025
The flooding was caused by massive rainfall that came from two hurricanes, known as Connie and Diane, that poured huge amounts of water on the area, particularly the Unionville section of Farmington.
—Christopher Keating, Hartford Courant, 19 Aug. 2025
The Weasleys are a huge part of the books and original movies and anticipation had been growing for who would play them.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 19 Aug. 2025
Ahead of Thursday’s launch of ESPN’s new direct-to-consumer service, Andrew Marchand has a nice feature on the big bet by chairman Jimmy Pitaro during an era of huge shifts in the media industry.
—Chris Branch, New York Times, 19 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for huge
Adjective
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But the implications for American patients, employers, and the healthcare system as a whole are enormous.—
Sally Pipes,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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Two enormous doors slide open to reveal a dark, gaping space beyond them.—
Carly Tagen-Dye,
People.com,
8 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Newsweek's report on Wednesday noted that a recent 5.8 magnitude tremor had also struck the region.—
Maria Morava,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Aug. 2025
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Still, a deal of this magnitude and structure is certainly one to watch.—
Kevin Stankiewicz,Jeff Marks,
CNBC,
8 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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My view is that this is the first tiny snowball that is starting to roll down a snowy hill and soon will be a gigantic avalanche that everybody will be talking about. Time will tell.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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The duo utilized a park near their production stages to erect the set pieces that included buildings, tents, and a gigantic tower with an observation deck – the latter of which required constructing multiple versions.—
Daron James,
IndieWire,
7 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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There is little doubt that this is a rapidly developing field and that there are tremendous upsides to be had, but at the same time, regrettably, hidden risks and outright gotchas come into these endeavors too.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
17 Aug. 2025
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The day will be a tremendous prelude to the Ryder Cup, which will be played in September at Bethpage Black, just over 200 miles northeast of Caves Valley Golf Club.—
Julio Cesar Valdera Morales,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Aug. 2025
Noun
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To appreciate the full moral weight and dramatic immensity of these moments means grasping the significance of the moments leading up to them—and the ones that come afterward.—
Justin Chang,
New Yorker,
14 Aug. 2025
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Not even the best paintings or photographs can ever trace its immensity; only fractions can be glimpsed and never held for long.—
Tom Zoellner,
AZCentral.com,
25 July 2025
Adjective
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Atlantis Casino Resort Spa is a vast property that can hold its own alongside some of the finest hotels on the Vegas Strip.—
DeMarco Williams,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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The good-hearted yet hard-living NFL chief was equally known for his vast collection of music and sports memorabilia, which is highlighted by guitars that once belonged to rock legends the likes of Bob Dylan, Eric Clapton, Jerry Garcia, George Harrison, and Prince.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
7 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Prior to McEntire taking the stage, as a massive red countdown clock ticked back toward showtime, a DJ played a medley of country and pop hits, turning the volume down during key phrases to let the crowd take over singing duties.—
Melonee Hurt,
The Tennessean,
21 Aug. 2025
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The cameras alert drivers of all surrounding objects and vehicles, so parking the massive SUV is a breeze.—
Charles Singh,
USA Today,
21 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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With a giant open-air amphitheater, a covered pavilion that hosts the local farmers market, and plenty of open green spaces to relax, Trailblazer Park is an excellent way to enjoy the town from a local’s perspective.—
Symiah Dorsey,
Southern Living,
17 Aug. 2025
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The pre-match tifo at the Roker End depicted the County Durham legend of the giant Lambton worm, slayed by a gallant local hero.—
Philip Buckingham,
New York Times,
17 Aug. 2025
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“Huge.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/huge. Accessed 24 Aug. 2025.
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