mighty
6 synonyms and 0 antonyms for mighty, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Having great power, strength, or size.
Synonyms
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Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
How to use mighty
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
The adverb use ("mighty good") is informal, often associated with American Southern speech.
Etymology
From Old English mihtiġ, from "miht" ("might") + "-y".
Full origin of mighty →Frequently asked questions
What does “mighty” mean?
The word “mighty” means having great power, strength, or size. In plain terms, powerful and impressive, or (informally) an intensifier meaning "very".
How do you pronounce “mighty”?
“Mighty” is pronounced MEYE-tee (/ˈmaɪti/ in IPA).
How do you use “mighty” in a sentence?
Here is “mighty” used in a sentence: “The mighty river carved out the canyon over millions of years.”
What part of speech is “mighty”?
Depending on how it is used, “mighty” can be an adjective and an adverb.
Where does the word “mighty” come from?
The word “mighty” comes from Old English. From Old English mihtiġ, from "miht" ("might") + "-y".
Is “mighty” a common word?
“Mighty” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “mighty” have?
“Mighty” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: having great power, strength, or size.
What is the difference between mighty and powerful?
Both describe great power or strength, but mighty often carries a grand, dramatic, or literary tone, as in a mighty river or a mighty army. Powerful is more neutral and everyday, and applies broadly to physical, political, or mechanical strength.
What is the difference between the adjective mighty and the adverb mighty?
As an adjective, mighty means having great power, strength, or size, as in a mighty warrior. As an informal adverb it means very or to a high degree, as in mighty fine or mighty pleased.
Is the adverb mighty formal or informal?
The adverb mighty, meaning very or to a high degree, is informal and has a colloquial, often regional flavour, as in mighty tired. In formal writing, very or extremely is usually preferred.