Largest: meaning, definitions and examples
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largest
[ ˈlɑːrdʒɪst ]
size
Of considerable or relatively great size, extent, or capacity.
Synonyms
biggest, greatest, most spacious.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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largest |
Refers to the size of something being the biggest in area, volume, or number.
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biggest |
Also refers to the size, but can be more informal and used in both physical and abstract contexts.
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greatest |
Used to indicate the highest degree of something, typically involving quality, importance, or effort. It often has a positive connotation.
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most spacious |
Specifically refers to the amount of space available or the impression of space within a certain area.
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Examples of usage
- The largest room in the house is the living room.
- She wore the largest dress at the party.
amount
Of great size or amount.
Synonyms
greatest, major, most significant.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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largest |
This word is often used to describe physical size and dimensions. It can refer to objects, spaces, populations, or quantities.
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greatest |
This term is generally used to describe the highest degree of quality, excellence, or importance, often in an abstract sense.
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most significant |
This phrase is used to highlight the supreme importance or impact of something, often in formal or serious contexts.
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major |
This word is frequently used to describe things of significant but not necessarily the highest importance. It often appears in more formal contexts or descriptions.
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Examples of usage
- He won the largest prize at the competition.
- This is the largest donation we have ever received.
Translations
Translations of the word "largest" in other languages:
🇵🇹 maior
🇮🇳 सबसे बड़ा
🇩🇪 größte
🇮🇩 terbesar
🇺🇦 найбільший
🇵🇱 największy
🇯🇵 最大の
🇫🇷 le plus grand
🇪🇸 más grande
🇹🇷 en büyük
🇰🇷 가장 큰
🇸🇦 الأكبر
🇨🇿 největší
🇸🇰 najväčší
🇨🇳 最大的
🇸🇮 največji
🇮🇸 stærstur
🇰🇿 ең үлкен
🇬🇪 ყველაზე დიდი
🇦🇿 ən böyük
🇲🇽 más grande
Etymology
The word 'largest' originated from the Middle English word 'largest', which is derived from the Old French word 'large', meaning 'broad' or 'wide'. The concept of comparing sizes and identifying the 'largest' has been prevalent throughout human history, from ancient civilizations to modern societies.
Word Frequency Rank
Positioned at #1,456, this word is part of core intermediate vocabulary. It appears regularly in various contexts and is essential for natural-sounding English.
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