What does tremendous mean?
Tremendous means Awe-inspiring; terrific..
Tremendous
/tɹɪˈmɛndəs/ · adjective
Meaning
Awe-inspiring; terrific..
Definitions by Sense
- Awe-inspiring; terrific.
- Notable for its size, power, or excellence.
- Extremely large (in amount, extent, degree, etc.) or great
Example Sentences
This she spoke with so commanding an air, standing with her back to the fire, with one hand behind her, and a pinch of snuff in the other, that I question whether Thalestris, at the head of her Amazons, ever made a more tremendous figure.
Van Beethoven's ninth symphony is a tremendous piece of music.
There was a tremendous outpouring of support.
The tremendous tragedy in which he had been involved - it was evident he was a fugitive from Weybridge - had driven him to the very verge of his reason.
Synonyms for tremendous
Antonyms for tremendous
Related Words
Word Forms
- more tremendous
- most tremendous
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for tremendous?
Common synonyms include extraordinary, marvelous, wondrous, large.
What is the opposite of tremendous?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use tremendous in a sentence?
This she spoke with so commanding an air, standing with her back to the fire, with one hand behind her, and a pinch of snuff in the other, that I question whether Thalestris, at the head of her Amazons, ever made a more tremendous figure.
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