Enorme
Example: A construção daquele prédio é realmente enorme para a cidade.
Definition
"Enorme" describes something extremely large in size, quantity, or extent. It is often used to emphasize the impressive or overwhelming scale of an object, place, or concept, such as in the phrase 'A construção daquele prédio é realmente enorme para a cidade,' meaning the building is very large for the city.
Etymology
The word "enorme" comes from the Latin 'enormis,' which means irregular or huge. It combines 'e-' (out of) and 'norma' (rule), implying something that goes beyond normal size or boundaries. Did you know? Its meaning has stayed remarkably consistent, always highlighting something vast or extraordinary.
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