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gigantic.


Meanings
  • Adjective

    Extremely large in size or scale.

    - "The gigantic sequoia tree is one of the largest living organisms on Earth."
    - "The colossal statue of Liberty is a symbol of freedom and democracy."
  • Adjective

    Extremely great in size, power, or importance.

    - "The company's profits were gigantic, making it a major player in the industry."
    - "The football team's victory was a gigantic upset, leaving everyone in shock."

Rhymes
Words rhyming with gigantic.
gymnastics , hypnotics , aesthetics , mystics
Variants
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gigantic , gigantically
Etymology
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From the Latin word 'gigas' meaning giant or giantess.


Trivia
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  1. The largest living organism on Earth is a giant sequoia tree named General Sherman, which is over 3,200 years old and has a volume of approximately 52,500 cubic meters.

  2. The term 'gigantic' was first used in English in the late 16th century.


Related Concepts
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  1. Colossal: Synonym of gigantic, meaning extremely large in size or scale.

  2. Mammoth: Synonym of gigantic, meaning extremely large in size or scale, especially in the context of animals.


Culture
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The term 'gigantic' has been used extensively in literature, art, and music to describe something of immense size or importance. For example, in Edgar Allan Poe's 'The Narrative of Arthur Gordon Pym of Nantucket,' the protagonist encounters a giant albatross that plays a significant role in the story. In music, the term is used metaphorically to describe the grandeur and scale of symphonic works.

How to Memorize "gigantic."

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a giant redwood tree towering above you.
    - Visualize a colossal football stadium filled with cheering fans.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word with images of large, impressive things.
    - Link it to the feeling of awe and wonder.

  3. mnemonics

    - Create a mnemonic using the first letter of each definition: 'Elephants and Sequoias Are Really Enormous.'


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