Huge: meaning, definitions and examples

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huge

 

[ hjuːdʒ ]

Context #1

size

Extremely large in size or amount.

Synonyms

enormous, gigantic, immense, massive

Examples of usage

  • She has a huge collection of books.
  • The elephant was huge compared to the other animals in the zoo.
Context #2

importance

Of great importance or significance.

Synonyms

important, major, significant, substantial

Examples of usage

  • The meeting was a huge success.
  • This decision will have a huge impact on our future.
Context #3

informal

Very much; to a great extent.

Synonyms

extremely, incredibly, really, very

Examples of usage

  • I'm huge into sports.
  • She's been a huge help to me.

Translations

Translations of the word "huge" in other languages:

🇵🇹 enorme

🇮🇳 विशाल

🇩🇪 riesig

🇮🇩 besar sekali

🇺🇦 велетенський

🇵🇱 ogromny

🇯🇵 巨大な

🇫🇷 énorme

🇪🇸 enorme

🇹🇷 büyük

🇰🇷 거대한

🇸🇦 ضخم

🇨🇿 obrovský

🇸🇰 obrovský

🇨🇳 巨大的

🇸🇮 ogromen

🇮🇸 risastór

🇰🇿 үлкен

🇬🇪 უზარმაზარი

🇦🇿 nəhəng

🇲🇽 enorme

Word origin

The word 'huge' originated from the Middle English word 'huge' which meant 'enormous, immense'. It has been used in the English language since the 12th century. Over time, 'huge' has evolved to represent something of great size, importance, or extent. The word has maintained its popularity and usage in both formal and informal contexts, making it a versatile and commonly used term in English.

See also: hug, hugger, hugging.