Meaning of massive in English

1. Pronunciation

   /ˈmæsɪv/

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1. Classifying Adjective

   massive

   Definitions

   1. imposing in size or bulk or solidity

   Examples

   • « massive oak doors »
   • « Moore's massive sculptures »
   • « the monolithic proportions of Stalinist architecture »
   • « a monumental scale »

   Synonyms

   • large
   • big
2. 2. being the same substance throughout

   Examples

   • « massive silver »

   Synonyms

   • solid
3. 3. imposing in scale or scope or degree or power

   Examples

   • « massive retaliatory power »
   • « a massive increase in oil prices »
   • « massive changes »

   Synonyms

   • large
   • big
4. 4. consisting of great mass

   Examples

   • « containing a great quantity of matter »
   • « Earth is the most massive of the terrestrial planets »

   Synonyms

   • heavy