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Adj — Remarkably large or impressive in size or amount.

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a whopping sum a whopping increase

Etymology

From the verb whop (to strike or beat) plus -ing, originally suggesting something that hits hard by its sheer size.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “whopping” mean?

The word “whopping” means remarkably large or impressive in size or amount. In plain terms, used to emphasise that something is surprisingly big or extreme.

How do you pronounce “whopping”?

“Whopping” is pronounced WO-pihng (/ˈ(h)wɑpɪŋ/ in IPA).

How do you use “whopping” in a sentence?

Here is “whopping” used in a sentence: “The company posted a whopping loss last quarter.”

What part of speech is “whopping”?

Depending on how it is used, “whopping” can be an adjective and an adverb.

How many meanings does “whopping” have?

“Whopping” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: remarkably large or impressive in size or amount.

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