colossal
2 synonyms and 3 antonyms for colossal, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Extremely large in size or scale.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use colossal
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
colossal failure
colossal size
colossal waste
Etymology
From French colossal, from Latin colossus, from Greek kolossos, "giant statue."
Full origin of colossal →Frequently asked questions
What does “colossal” mean?
The word “colossal” means extremely large in size or scale. In plain terms, huge — used for anything impressively, sometimes overwhelmingly, large.
How do you pronounce “colossal”?
“Colossal” is pronounced kuh-LO-suhl (/kəˈlɑsəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “colossal” in a sentence?
Here is “colossal” used in a sentence: “The company suffered a colossal loss after the product recall.”
What part of speech is “colossal”?
“Colossal” is an adjective.
Where does the word “colossal” come from?
The word “colossal” comes from Latin. From French colossal, from Latin colossus, from Greek kolossos, "giant statue.".
Is “colossal” a common word?
“Colossal” is an uncommon word in modern English.
