Massive

/ˈmæsɪv/

Meaning & Definition

adjective
Large and heavy; enormous.
The building featured a massive dome that was visible from miles away.
Impressive in size or scope.
The concert drew a massive crowd, filling the stadium to capacity.
Having great intensity or significance.
The team made a massive effort to win the championship this year.
Substantial; considerable.
She received a massive pay raise after her successful project.

Etymology

From Latin 'massivus', meaning 'having mass'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

massive impact
A very significant effect or influence.
massive success
Great achievement or victory.
massive undertaking
A large and challenging task.

Related Words

mass
A coherent, typically large body of matter.
massive object
An object that is large and heavy.
mass extinction
A widespread and rapid decrease in the biodiversity on Earth.

Slang Meanings

Extremely good or impressive.
That concert was massive!
A large amount or size of something.
He spent a massive amount of time on that project.