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enormous

Pronunciation: [ɪˈnɔːr.məs]

Word

Context: "size"

(adjective) when something is very, very big or large. If you see a huge elephant or a giant building, you can say they are enormous.

Example

The enormous tree shaded the whole playground from the sun.

Example

The kitten was not enormous; it was very small and cute.

Example

Have you ever seen an enormous mountain?

Context: "importance"

(adjective) when something is very significant or has a lot of importance. If a problem is enormous, it means it is very serious and needs attention.

Example

The scientist made an enormous discovery that could help many people.

Example

This small mistake is not enormous; it can easily be fixed.

Example

Why do you think this issue is so enormous?

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