Big
Example: The building is big and easy to find
Definition
"Big" describes something of considerable size, extent, or importance. It is often used to indicate that an object, place, or concept is larger than average or significant in scale, such as in the phrase 'The building is big and easy to find.'
Etymology
The word "big" has uncertain origins but has been used in English since the late Middle Ages. It may come from an Old Norse word meaning 'strong' or 'powerful.' Did you know? Despite its simplicity, "big" is one of the most commonly used adjectives to describe size in English.
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"Big" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (A1) - set 4", containing 104 commonly used words.
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