Cool MateMeaning of Gross
being the total amount of something before anything is taken away
In simple words: Disgusting or very unpleasant.
Gross in a sentence
- **gross weight** *(= including the container or wrapping)*
- **gross income/wage** *(= before taxes, etc. are taken away)*
- Investments showed a **gross profit** of 26 per cent.
- The family have three children and a gross income of £50 000.
- **gross negligence/misconduct**
- a **gross violation** of human rights
- ‘He ate it with mustard.’ ‘Oh, gross!’
- gross behaviour
How to use Gross
Used to describe something that is very unpleasant or distasteful. Common in casual conversations but may not be suitable for formal writing.
Grammar pattern
standalone adjective
Memory hint
Sounds like 'gross' — think of a plate of spoiled food that makes you go 'eww!'
Related words
Collocations with Gross
- gross behavior
- gross taste
- gross-out humor
- gross mistake
- gross profit
Synonyms for Gross
Common mistakes with Gross
- Confused with 'gross' meaning to earn or total in financial contexts.
- Using it in overly formal settings where a more polite term is needed.
- Not using it correctly in phrases like 'It's grossed me out' without familiarity.
Gross appears in
Gross in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
إجمالي, مقرف
مقرف أو غير سار للغاية.
- Bengaliবাংলা
মোট
খুব খারাপ বা বিরক্তিকর।
- GermanDeutsch
Brutto, Ekelhaft
Widerlich oder sehr unangenehm.
- SpanishEspañol
Bruto, asqueroso
Asqueroso o muy desagradable.
- Persianفارسی
ناخالص، زشت
نفرتانگیز یا بسیار ناخوشایند.
- FrenchFrançais
Gross, Dégoûtant
Dégoûtant ou très désagréable.
- Hindiहिन्दी
घिनौना, सकल
बहुत ही बुरा या अप्रिय।
- ItalianItaliano
Lordo, Schifoso
Schifoso o molto spiacevole.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Grosso, nojento
Nojento ou muito desagradável.
- RussianРусский
Валовый, отвратительный
Отвратительный или очень неприятный.
- Urduاردو
بھوت، ناگوار، کل
بہت ہی ناگوار یا بدبو دار۔
- Chinese中文
总的，毛的；令人作呕的，讨厌的
令人作呕的或非常令人不快的。
More words like Gross
- Disgusting
- Crude
- AbolishC1
To formally put an end to a system, practice, or institution.
- AbortionC1
the deliberate ending of a pregnancy at an early stage
- AbsenceC1
the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
- AbsentC1
not in a place because of illness, etc.
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Frequently asked questions about Gross
What does Gross mean?
Disgusting or very unpleasant.
What is the definition of Gross?
being the total amount of something before anything is taken away
How do you use Gross in a sentence?
**gross weight** *(= including the container or wrapping)*
Can you give another example of Gross?
**gross income/wage** *(= before taxes, etc. are taken away)*
What are synonyms for Gross?
Common alternatives include disgusting, crude.
What is the opposite of Gross?
Opposite meanings include pleasant, nice, appealing.
What words go with Gross?
It commonly pairs with gross behavior, gross taste, gross-out humor, gross mistake, gross profit.
What are common mistakes when using Gross?
Confused with 'gross' meaning to earn or total in financial contexts. Using it in overly formal settings where a more polite term is needed. Not using it correctly in phrases like 'It's grossed me out' without familiarity.
How do you pronounce Gross?
US: /["/ɡrəʊs/"]/, UK: /["/ɡrəʊs/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
Is Gross formal or informal?
"Gross" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.
When should I use Gross?
Used to describe something that is very unpleasant or distasteful. Common in casual conversations but may not be suitable for formal writing.
What CEFR level is Gross?
"Gross" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.