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Definition of massive

massive

/ˈmæs.ɪv/
mas · sive
Adverb:massively
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• adjective

1

Exceptionally large in scale, amount, degree, or intensity.

Example

"The sudden economic downturn resulted in a massive loss of revenue for the international airline."

2

Exceptionally large, heavy, and solid.

Example

"The medieval castle was fortified with massive stone walls to withstand enemy artillery."

3

British Exceptionally successful, popular, or excellent.

Example

"That new summer single by the indie band is going to be absolutely massive."

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• Nearby Words

massaranduba
massasauga
massif central
massive
mast
masterpiece
masterwort

Word Origin & Etymology

From Late Middle English, via Old French 'massif' from 'masse' (mass), ultimately from Latin 'massa'.

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