gigantic
0 antonyms and opposites of gigantic, grouped by meaning.
Adjective — Extremely large in size.
How to use gigantic
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Ancient Greek gigantikos, related to gigas ("giant").
Full origin of gigantic →Frequently asked questions
What does “gigantic” mean?
The word “gigantic” means extremely large in size. In plain terms, enormous — far bigger than usual.
How do you pronounce “gigantic”?
“Gigantic” is pronounced jeye-GAN-tihk (/d͡ʒaɪˈɡæntɪk/ in IPA).
How do you use “gigantic” in a sentence?
Here is “gigantic” used in a sentence: “A gigantic wave crashed over the pier.”
What is another word for “gigantic”?
Words with a similar meaning to “gigantic” include gigantesque.
What part of speech is “gigantic”?
“Gigantic” is an adjective.
Where does the word “gigantic” come from?
The word “gigantic” comes from Ancient Greek. From Ancient Greek gigantikos, related to gigas ("giant").
Is “gigantic” a common word?
“Gigantic” is an uncommon word in modern English.
What is the difference between gigantic and giant?
"Giant" can function as both a noun and an adjective, while "gigantic" is only an adjective meaning extremely large in size. As adjectives, they are close synonyms, though "gigantic" often carries a slightly more emphatic, exaggerated tone.
What is the difference between gigantic and enormous?
Both words describe something extremely large in size, but "gigantic" tends to be used in more informal, emphatic speech, while "enormous" reads as more neutral and works comfortably in formal writing. In casual conversation the two are largely interchangeable.
Is gigantic a formal or informal word?
Gigantic works in both formal and informal contexts, but it has a slightly more colorful, emphatic feel than plain alternatives like "large" or "huge," making it common in descriptive or conversational writing.