gewaltig — meaning in English
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English meaning
- bigtime adj Important, prominent, or operating on a large scale.
- colossal adjective Extremely large in size or scale.
- formidable adj Impressively strong, capable, or intimidating.
- mighty adj Having great power, strength, or size.
- prodigious adjective Remarkably large, powerful, or impressive in size or degree.
- terrific adj Excellent; wonderful.
- violent adj Using or involving physical force meant to hurt or kill.
Senses
gewaltig is used for these senses in English:
- bigtime Of major significance or importance.
- colossal Extremely large or on a great scale.
- formidable Causing fear, dread, awe, or discouragement as a result of size, strength, or some other impressive feature; commanding respect; causing wonder or astonishment.
- mighty Very strong; possessing might.
- prodigious Very big in extent, quantity, or size; abundant; intense; colossal, huge.
- terrific Very strong or intense; excessive, tremendous. [from 18th c.]
- violent Involving extreme force or motion.
bigtime — full definition
- adj Important, prominent, or operating on a large scale.
- adv To a considerable or noticeable degree.