Meaning & Definition
adjective
Very large in size, quantity, or extent.
The elephant at the zoo was huge, towering over all the other animals.
Extremely significant or important.
Winning the championship was a huge achievement for the team.
Impressive or remarkable.
They made a huge impact on the community with their charitable work.
Very intense or extreme.
She felt a huge sense of relief after passing the exam.
Etymology
Middle English 'huge' from Old French 'uge', from Latin 'hugenus' meaning 'of great size'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
huge deal:
An important or significant matter.
huge fan:
An enthusiast or admirer of someone or something.
huge mistake:
A significant error or blunder.
Slang Meanings
Very impressive or great.
That party was huge!
Of significant impact or consequence.
Getting that job was a huge win for him.