B2adjective 2K

Massive

🇬🇧 UK //ˈmæsɪv// 🇺🇸 US //ˈmæsɪv//

Meaning of Massive

Very large in size or amount.

Massive in a sentence

• The massive building towered over the city skyline.
• She has a massive collection of books in her library.
• The massive waves crashed against the shore during the storm.
• He received a massive amount of support from his friends.
• They made a massive mistake by not checking the facts.
• The massive crowd gathered for the concert.

How to use Massive

Use 'massive' in both spoken and written contexts to emphasize size or significance. Avoid using it in overly formal situations.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think of 'mass' and relate it to something very big.

Related words

Collocations with Massive

• massive increase
• massive success
• massive undertaking

Synonyms for Massive

• enormous
• huge
• gigantic
• colossal
• vast

Opposites of Massive

• tiny
• small
• insignificant

Common mistakes with Massive

• Confusing 'massive' with 'heavy', which refers to weight, not size.
• Using 'massive' to describe small things.
• Omitting the context; it’s more effective when specifying what is massive.

Frequently asked questions about Massive

What does Massive mean?

Very large in size or amount.

How do you use Massive in a sentence?

The massive building towered over the city skyline.

Can you give another example of Massive?

She has a massive collection of books in her library.

What are synonyms for Massive?

Common alternatives include enormous, huge, gigantic, colossal, vast.

What is the opposite of Massive?

Opposite meanings include tiny, small, insignificant.

What words go with Massive?

It commonly pairs with massive increase, massive success, massive undertaking.

What are common mistakes when using Massive?

Confusing 'massive' with 'heavy', which refers to weight, not size. Using 'massive' to describe small things. Omitting the context; it’s more effective when specifying what is massive.

How do you pronounce Massive?

US: //ˈmæsɪv//, UK: //ˈmæsɪv//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Massive?

Use 'massive' in both spoken and written contexts to emphasize size or significance. Avoid using it in overly formal situations.

What CEFR level is Massive?

"Massive" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.