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Oversized Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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oversized

over-sized

🇺🇸 /ˈoʊvɝˌsaɪzd/ · 🇬🇧 /ˌəʊvəsˈaɪzd/

Definitions

Context #1 | Adjective

clothing

Larger than the standard size, especially in width or length.

Synonyms

big, huge, large.

Examples of usage

  • She wore an oversized sweater to stay warm.
  • The oversized t-shirt was very comfortable.
Context #2 | Adjective

objects

Excessively large or too big for its intended use.

Synonyms

enormous, gigantic, massive.

Examples of usage

  • The oversized chair took up too much space in the living room.
  • The oversized suitcase was difficult to carry.

Translations

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Quick facts about “oversized”

Oversized is a 2-syllable adjective (over-sized). It is pronounced /ˈoʊvɝˌsaɪzd/ in American English and /ˌəʊvəsˈaɪzd/ in British English. On finesentence.com it has 2 meanings, 6 synonyms, and translations into 21 languages. It ranks #19,861 among the most common English words.

Origin of 'oversized'

The word 'oversized' originated from the combination of 'over-' meaning excessively or above normal, and 'sized' referring to the dimensions or proportions of something. The term became popular in the mid-20th century with the rise of fashion trends emphasizing loose and large clothing styles.

See also: resize, size, sizeable.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #19,861, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.