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How is the word immense distinct from other similar adjectives?

Some common synonyms of immense are colossal, enormous, gigantic, huge, mammoth, and vast. While all these words mean "exceedingly large," enormous and immense both suggest an exceeding of all ordinary bounds in size or amount or degree, but enormous often adds an implication of abnormality or monstrousness.

an enormous expense
an immense shopping mall

When might colossal be a better fit than immense?

Although the words colossal and immense have much in common, colossal applies especially to a human creation of stupendous or incredible dimensions.

a colossal statue of Lincoln

When can gigantic be used instead of immense?

While in some cases nearly identical to immense, gigantic stresses the contrast with the size of others of the same kind.

a gigantic sports stadium

When is huge a more appropriate choice than immense?

While the synonyms huge and immense are close in meaning, huge commonly suggests an immensity of bulk or amount.

incurred a huge debt

Where would mammoth be a reasonable alternative to immense?

The words mammoth and immense can be used in similar contexts, but mammoth suggests both hugeness and ponderousness of bulk.

a mammoth boulder

When could vast be used to replace immense?

The words vast and immense are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, vast usually suggests immensity of extent.

the vast Russian steppes

Examples of immense in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The prep work was just to come in with an immense amount of freedom and frenetic energy, and to have this relationship with Skye and make that real. Abby Monteil, Them, 23 Oct. 2024 Original members Mickey Hart, Bill Kreutzmann, Phil Lesh, and Bobby Weir will be recognized for their immense contributions to music, philanthropic efforts and their pioneering role in fostering communities through their concerts and activism. Cathy Applefeld Olson, Forbes, 23 Oct. 2024 Yet, Hodge’s cinematic accolades only scratch the surface of his immense talent. Essence, 23 Oct. 2024 This is particularly crucial when immense resources are invested in gathering employee feedback through pulse ... Post Buy Copies Enhancing how a company supports and engages its employees can attract talent, improve retention, spur innovation, and increase customer satisfaction. Ethan Burris, Benjamin Thomas, Harvard Business Review, 17 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for immense 

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“Immense.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/immense. Accessed 4 Nov. 2024.

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