Gloss · Another word for · big

Another word for big.

Big is the first size word we learn, and it shows. Say how big, and big in what way.

Fairly big

• largeNeutral; good for sizes and amounts.We ordered a large pizza for the four of us.
• sizableFairly big, and worth noticing.She left a sizable tip for the waiter.
• roomyBig inside, with space to move.The new car has a roomy back seat.

Very big

• hugeVery big; casual and strong.They live in a huge house on the hill.
• enormousVery big, past what is normal.An enormous wave crashed over the pier.
• vastBig across a wide space.A vast desert stretched to the horizon.

Big in importance

• majorBig in effect or rank.The town faces a major change next year.
• seriousBig in weight or danger.We have a serious problem with the roof.

When to keep “big”

Keep big for warm, everyday things; a big hug is not an enormous one.

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