big (Meaning)
big (a)
above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent
big (s)
significant
very intense
loud and firm
conspicuous in position or importance
prodigious
exhibiting self-importance
feeling self-importance
(of animals) fully developed
marked by intense physical force
generous and understanding and tolerant
given or giving freely
in an advanced stage of pregnancy
big (r)
extremely well
in a boastful manner
on a grand scale
in a major way
big (superl.)
Having largeness of size; of much bulk or magnitude; of great size; large.
Great with young; pregnant; swelling; ready to give birth or produce; -- often figuratively.
Having greatness, fullness, importance, inflation, distention, etc., whether in a good or a bad sense; as, a big heart; a big voice; big looks; to look big. As applied to looks, it indicates haughtiness or pride.
big (n.)
Alt. of Bigg
big (v. t.)
Alt. of Bigg
Synonyms & Antonyms of big
Synonyms:
- earth-shattering
- prestigious
- renowned
- impressive
- essential
- key
- distinctive
- notable
- central
- worthwhile
- eminent
- noteworthy
- seminal
- all-important
- earnest
- heavy
- critical
- noble
- fatal
- weighty
- valuable
- serious
- sincere
- worthy
- famous
- decisive
- vital
- material
- prominent
- great
- strategic
- outstanding
- crucial
- illustrious
- earthshaking
- fateful
- notorious
- grave
Antonyms:
big Sentence Examples
- The elephant was so big that it overshadowed everything around it.
- She had a big heart, always willing to help those in need.
- The mansion had big, ornate doors that made a grand entrance.
- Winning the lottery was a big moment in his life.
- The company's CEO had big plans for expansion into international markets.
- The dog's big eyes begged for a treat from its owner.
- He made a big mistake by not studying for the exam.
- The mountains loomed big in the distance, majestic and imposing.
- She dreamed of making a big impact on the world through her charitable work.
- The city had a big, bustling market where vendors sold all sorts of goods.
FAQs About the word big
above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent, significant, very intense, loud and firm, conspicuous in position or importance, prodigious,
historic, significant, important,major, distinguished, eventful, remarkable, momentous, pivotal, exceptional
minor, insignificant, insignificant, little, slight, small, negligible, slight, trivial, little
The elephant was so big that it overshadowed everything around it.
She had a big heart, always willing to help those in need.
The mansion had big, ornate doors that made a grand entrance.
Winning the lottery was a big moment in his life.
