
gigantic
/dʒaɪˈɡæntɪk/
CEFR level B2Topic NatureWord #3491 in the learning path
巨大的;庞大的
Definitions
adj. extremely large in size or amount
巨大的;庞大的
Example
A gigantic pumpkin filled the entire kitchen table.
一个巨大的南瓜占满了整张餐桌。
Building gigantic dams can generate renewable electricity, but it may also destroy habitats and displace local communities.
修建巨型水坝可以生产可再生电力,但也可能破坏栖息地,迫使当地居民搬迁。
Collocations
- a gigantic task
- a gigantic structure
- a gigantic wave
Word family
- giant (n.)
- gigantically (adv.)
Synonyms
- enormous
- huge
- immense
Antonyms
- tiny
- minute
Usage tip
语气强于big,可形容体积、规模或任务。
FAQ
- What does gigantic mean?
- extremely large in size or amount
- How is gigantic pronounced?
- UK /dʒaɪˈɡæntɪk/, US /dʒaɪˈɡæntɪk/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.