Masivos (en. Massive)

/maˈsiβos/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
That has a large volume or is presented in great number.
Massive protests took place in several cities.
Las manifestaciones masivas se llevaron a cabo en varias ciudades.
That is of a collective or group nature.
Massive changes in the industry affect many workers.
Los cambios masivos en la industria afectan a muchos trabajadores.
That encompasses or involves a large number of people or things.
Sporting events often attract massive crowds.
Los eventos deportivos suelen atraer multitudes masivas.

Etymology

From the Latin 'massivus', meaning 'of great mass'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

massive change
Transformation that occurs on a large scale.
cambio masivo
massive reaction
Response from a large number of people to an event.
reacción masiva

Related Words

massivity
Quality of being massive.
masividad
mass
Set of matter with volume.
masa
crowd
Large number of people gathered.
multitud

Slang Meanings

A large group of people that mobilizes.
The party became massive when the friends arrived.
La fiesta se volvió masiva cuando llegaron los amigos.
Something that is done on a large scale or without restrictions.
The project was massive in its approach and resources.
El proyecto fue masivo en su enfoque y recursos.