big
big
bɪg
big
British pronunciation
/bɪɡ/

Definition & Meaning of "big"in English

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They live in a big house.
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The CEO 's resignation was a big event that shook the entire company.
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widely recognized and influential in society, often achieving notable success and popularity

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The new band quickly became big, with their songs being played everywhere.
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demanding a lot of time, effort, money, etc. to become successful

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Starting a new business is a big endeavor that often takes years to become profitable.
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(of a person) having a body size that is noticeably larger than usual

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The basketball player was big, towering over everyone else on the court.
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related to emotions that are conveyed with great intensity or passion

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When he lost the game, he flew into a big rage, throwing his controller and shouting at the screen.
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experiencing a sense of increased independence or maturity, often used to describe children who have reached new stages of development or independence

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His teachers all told me he was excited about riding the bus, feeling like a big boy now.
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(of sound) having a deep resonance that easily gets the attention

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His big voice filled the auditorium, captivating everyone present.
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Their big gestures of kindness left a lasting impression on everyone.
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having great force, capable of causing substantial impact or change

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The storm unleashed a big gust of wind, nearly knocking over the trees.
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(of behavior) showing an exaggerated sense of self-importance

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His big behavior after the promotion was off-putting for his colleagues.
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having strong enthusiasm or admiration for something

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You ’re a big devotee of jazz music, yet it ’s crucial to appreciate the improvisation skills of the musicians.
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highly or enthusiastically active in a particular activity

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My sister is a big gardener, spending hours every day tending to her plants.
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(of a person) older in age

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My big brother has always been there to lend a helping hand when I needed it.
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(of a letter) written in uppercase or capital form

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The name on the envelope was written in big letters so it could be easily seen.
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in a bragging way

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He talked big about his accomplishments at the party.
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in an impressive manner

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She scored big on her final exams, surpassing everyone's expectations.
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in a significant manner

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The company expanded big by acquiring three new subsidiaries.
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with significant vision or scope

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They encouraged their team to think big and pursue bold ideas for the project.
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a tall and strong player who plays near the basket

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The team recruited a new big to dominate the paint and secure rebounds.
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