whopping_synonyms_flashcards
Whopping [/ˈwɒp.ɪŋ/]
Extremely large or great. Used to emphasize the size, amount, or degree of something. Examples: ‘They won a whopping $50 million in the lottery.’ ‘The company reported a whopping 75% increase in sales over the past year.’
Enormous [/ɪˈnɔː.məs/]
Very large in size, quantity, or extent. Often used to emphasize an unusually large size or amount. Examples: ‘The project requires an enormous amount of time and resources.’ ‘He ate an enormous piece of cake at the party.’
Tremendous [/trɪˈmɛn.dəs/]
Very large or great in amount, scale, or intensity. Implies something impressively large or powerful. Examples: ‘She felt a tremendous sense of relief after the exam.’ ‘The earthquake caused tremendous damage.’
Colossal [/kəˈlɒs.əl/]
Extremely large or extensive. Highlights the impressive nature of something’s size or extent. Examples: ‘The museum is home to a colossal collection of artifacts.’ ‘The explosion left a colossal crater in the ground.’
Gargantuan [/ɡɑːˈɡæn.tʃu.ən/]
Enormously large; huge in size. Suggests something so large it’s almost hard to believe. Examples: ‘A gargantuan feast was prepared for the king’s return.’ ‘The budget deficit has reached gargantuan proportions.’
Massive [/ˈmæs.ɪv/]
Very large or heavy. Can be used to describe physical size or significance in a broader sense. Examples: ‘The building’s massive walls were impervious to the storm.’ ‘They undertook a massive overhaul of the system.’
Gigantic [/dʒaɪˈɡæn.tɪk/]
Extremely large; enormous. Often conveys awe or amazement at the size of something. Examples: ‘A gigantic statue dominates the landscape.’ ‘The company took a gigantic step forward with its new product launch.’
