massive
Meaning
The word "massive" describes something that is very large, heavy, or substantial in size or extent.
💡 A common mistake is using "massive" to describe something that is simply large in quantity rather than size; it specifically refers to physical dimensions or weight.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
Emma
walked
into
the
city
park
with
a
small
bag
and
looked
up
at
a
massive
old
oak
tree
near
the
pond
.
She
sat
on
a
bench
and
took
out
her
sketchbook
,
planning
to
draw
the
tree's
thick
branches
and
the
reflection
in
the
water
.
People
passed
by
quietly
,
some
with
dogs
and
others
reading
newspapers
,
but
Emma
focused
on
the
light
and
shade
on
the
leaves
.
After
an
hour
she
felt
satisfied
and
thought
that
small
moments
like
this
made
her
day
calm
and
more
creative
.
Common Phrases
massive impact
massive structure
massive audience
Synonyms
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