mass
Meaning
The term "mass" as an adjective refers to something that is large in quantity or scale, often used to describe widespread phenomena or collective actions.
💡 Be careful not to confuse "mass" with "massive," which implies size but does not necessarily refer to quantity.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
Every
Saturday
a
group
of
neighbors
meets
at
the
small
park
to
clear
litter
and
sweep
the
paths
.
This
year
they
have
been
planning
a
mass
cleanup
to
include
nearby
streets
and
the
riverbank
,
so
more
people
are
invited
.
Volunteers
bring
gloves
and
bags
,
and
they
divide
the
work
into
simple
tasks
so
everyone
can
help
.
Although
the
weather
is
often
chilly
in
the
morning
,
people
stay
and
chat
,
which
makes
the
job
feel
pleasant
rather
than
like
hard
work
.
By
noon
the
park
looks
much
better
,
and
the
group
enjoys
a
short
picnic
as
a
reward
.
Common Phrases
mass production
mass communication
mass market
Synonyms
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