Vaste (en. Vast)

/vast/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Which is very extensive or wide.
The vast plain stretches as far as the eye can see.
La vaste plaine s'étend à perte de vue.
Which has a large volume or capacity.
She has vast knowledge on the subject.
Elle a une vaste connaissance sur le sujet.
Which is in large quantity.
They have a vast range of products.
Ils ont une vaste gamme de produits.

Etymology

From Latin 'vastus' meaning 'empty, desert'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

a vast world
A world with very large dimensions.
un monde vaste
vast knowledge
A large amount of knowledge or expertise.
vaste connaissance
vast horizon
A view that extends very far.
vaste horizon

Related Words

vastness
Quality of what is vast.
vastitude
vastly
In a vast or large manner.
vastement

Slang Meanings

Impressive in size.
This building is vast, almost overwhelming.
Ce bâtiment est vaste, presque écrasant.
To have a great scope or importance.
His ideas are vast and influential.
Ses idées sont vastes et influentes.