Énorme (en. Huge)

/e.nɔʁm/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Of a dimension, quantity, or intensity that is very large.
This cake is huge!
Ce gâteau est énorme !
Used to express a strong impression or a great reproach.
He made a huge mistake.
Il a fait une énorme erreur.
Which arouses admiration by its greatness.
The artist's performance was enormous.
La performance de l'artiste était énorme.

Etymology

From the Latin 'enormis', meaning 'out of the norm'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

a huge mistake
a very serious mistake
une énorme bêtise
a huge success
a very important success
un énorme succès
enormous pressure
very strong pressure
une énorme pression

Related Words

enormity
Character or state of that which is enormous.
énormité
enormously
With a very marked intensity.
énormément

Slang Meanings

Very large in size or importance.
This project is enormous!
Ce projet est énorme !
Expression of admiration or surprise.
This is huge news!
C'est une énorme nouvelle !