stupendous
7 synonyms and 1 antonym for stupendous, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Astonishingly large, impressive, or great.
Synonyms
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Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
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Antonyms
How to use stupendous
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
stupendous success
stupendous size
stupendous achievement
Etymology
First recorded in English in 1547, from Late Latin stupendus ("amazing"), from the verb stupeo, "I am stunned" — the same root that gives us stupor and stupid.
Full origin of stupendous →Frequently asked questions
What does “stupendous” mean?
The word “stupendous” means astonishingly large, impressive, or great. In plain terms, so big or impressive it's almost hard to believe.
How do you pronounce “stupendous”?
“Stupendous” is pronounced styoo-PEHN-duhs (/stuˈpɛndəs/ in IPA).
How do you use “stupendous” in a sentence?
Here is “stupendous” used in a sentence: “The company posted a stupendous rise in profits this year.”
What is another word for “stupendous”?
Words with a similar meaning to “stupendous” include colossal, enormous, huge, marvelous, prodigious and terrific.
What is the opposite of “stupendous”?
The opposite of “stupendous” — its antonyms — is stupid.
What part of speech is “stupendous”?
“Stupendous” is an adjective.
Where does the word “stupendous” come from?
The word “stupendous” dates back to around 1547 and comes from Late Latin. First recorded in English in 1547, from Late Latin stupendus ("amazing"), from the verb stupeo, "I am stunned" — the same root that gives us stupor and stupid.
