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Large

UK /["/lɑːdʒ/"]/US /["/lɑːrdʒ/"]/

Definition

big in size or quantity

In simple words: big in size or amount

Examples

  • The elephant is a large animal that can weigh up to several tons.
  • She has a large collection of stamps from around the world.
  • This pizza is too large for one person to eat by themselves.
  • They live in a large house with multiple rooms and a big garden.
  • He has large shoes that are difficult to find in stores.

Usage notes

Use 'large' to describe physical size or quantity. It is suitable for most situations but can sound less formal than 'vast' or 'immense'. Avoid using it in overly casual contexts.

Grammar pattern

large + noun

Memory hint

Think of a large elephant; the word 'large' is as big as an elephant!

Collocations

  • be
  • appear
  • feel
  • extremely
  • fairly
  • very
  • be
  • appear
  • feel
  • extremely
  • fairly
  • very

Synonyms

  • flamboyant

Antonyms

  • small
  • tiny
  • little

Common mistakes

  • Confused with 'big' — they have similar meanings but 'large' is often used in specific contexts.
  • Using 'larger' vs 'more large' incorrectly.
  • Mixing up size descriptors — sometimes learners use 'large' when 'huge' is more appropriate.