noun
vastness
VAST-nuhs
Vastness (noun) means the quality of being enormous in size or extent. Example: “The vastness of the ocean is hard to grasp until you sail across it.”
noun
1
The quality of being enormous in size or extent.
"The vastness of the ocean is hard to grasp until you sail across it."
2
A huge, sweeping space or expanse.
"They gazed out at the snowy vastness of the tundra."
How to use vastness
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishJust how enormous something is.
Common pairings
the vastness of space
sheer vastness
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Word forms
- Plural
- vastnesses
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Etymology
Formed from vast plus the noun-forming suffix -ness.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “vastness” mean?
The word “vastness” means the quality of being enormous in size or extent. In plain terms, just how enormous something is.
How do you pronounce “vastness”?
“Vastness” is pronounced VAST-nuhs (/ˈvæstnəs/ in IPA).
How do you use “vastness” in a sentence?
Here is “vastness” used in a sentence: “The vastness of the ocean is hard to grasp until you sail across it.”
What is another word for “vastness”?
Words with a similar meaning to “vastness” include enormity and immensity.
What part of speech is “vastness”?
“Vastness” is a noun.
How many meanings does “vastness” have?
“Vastness” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the quality of being enormous in size or extent.
