TREMENDOUS Synonyms: 123 Similar and Opposite Words

Q: How is the word 'tremendous' different from other adjectives like it?

Some common synonyms of tremendous are monstrous , prodigious , and stupendous . While all these words mean "extremely impressive," tremendous may imply a power to terrify or inspire awe. // the tremendous roar of the cataract

Q: When might 'monstrous' be a better fit than 'tremendous'?

In some situations, the words monstrous and tremendous are roughly equivalent. However, monstrous implies a departure from the normal (as in size, form, or character) and often carries suggestions of deformity, ugliness, or fabulousness. // the monstrous waste of the project

Q: When is it sensible to use 'prodigious' instead of 'tremendous'?

The synonyms prodigious and tremendous are sometimes interchangeable, but prodigious suggests a marvelousness exceeding belief, usually in something felt as going far beyond a previous maximum (as of goodness, greatness, intensity, or size). // made a prodigious effort and rolled the stone aside

Q: When is 'stupendous' a more appropriate choice than 'tremendous'?

Although the words stupendous and tremendous have much in common, stupendous implies a power to stun or astound, usually because of size, numbers, complexity, or greatness beyond description. // a stupendous volcanic eruption

tremendous

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tri-ˈmen-dəs

Definition of tremendous

as in huge

unusually large that's a tremendous amount of work for one person

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How is the word tremendous different from other adjectives like it?

Some common synonyms of tremendous are monstrous, prodigious, and stupendous. While all these words mean "extremely impressive," tremendous may imply a power to terrify or inspire awe.

the tremendous roar of the cataract

When might monstrous be a better fit than tremendous?

In some situations, the words monstrous and tremendous are roughly equivalent. However, monstrous implies a departure from the normal (as in size, form, or character) and often carries suggestions of deformity, ugliness, or fabulousness.

the monstrous waste of the project

When is it sensible to use prodigious instead of tremendous?

The synonyms prodigious and tremendous are sometimes interchangeable, but prodigious suggests a marvelousness exceeding belief, usually in something felt as going far beyond a previous maximum (as of goodness, greatness, intensity, or size).

made a prodigious effort and rolled the stone aside

When is stupendous a more appropriate choice than tremendous?

Although the words stupendous and tremendous have much in common, stupendous implies a power to stun or astound, usually because of size, numbers, complexity, or greatness beyond description.

a stupendous volcanic eruption

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Recent Examples of tremendous Fit to start the season, LAFC played tremendous soccer as Eustáquio calmly choreographed the team. — Josh Gross, Daily News, 4 July 2026 The success of SpaceX is going to create tremendous energy and attention in the capital markets. — Jesse Kirshbaum, SPIN, 3 July 2026 The dearth of qualified healthcare workers is already putting existing institutions under tremendous strain. — Vanessa Romo, NPR, 2 July 2026 That even before Watergate burst, the period of the 1970s was a period of tremendous reform in the United States. — David Frum, The Atlantic, 1 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for tremendous

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Benjamin Willis, a Lorain, Ohio, teenager and huge Marvel movie fan, opened his mouth in awe.

— Rodney Ho, AJC.com, 6 July 2026
That water supply is not the same water supply that goes toward agriculture, which accounts for a huge portion of the water used in the country, Anisfeld said.

— Jeanine Santucci, USA Today, 5 July 2026

Definition of huge

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Hagan Community Park in Rancho Cordova transformed from a serene hangout spot into an enormous fun-fest fit for a nation’s 250th birthday on Friday.

— Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 4 July 2026
Over time, these little communication shifts can create enormous changes in your home.

— Siggie Cohen, CNBC, 4 July 2026

Definition of enormous

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But a loss, coming after such an absurd, farcical process, and removing the possibility of a gigantic matchup against Spain or Portugal in the quarterfinals in Los Angeles, would be unforgivable.

— Ian Miller OutKick, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026
The gigantic star cluster inside the nebula NGC 3603 (about 20,000 light-years away) shines in a second image.

— Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 2 July 2026

Definition of gigantic

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Atlanta Braves at Truist Park A massive Braves block party will take place in Truist Park on Saturday, with flyovers, baseball, fireworks and more.

— Irene Wright, USA Today, 3 July 2026
Artist Stan Herd created a massive quarter-acre Algerian flag earthwork near the Lied Center on west campus.

— Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 3 July 2026

Definition of massive

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Venezuelans are assessing the vast scale of their losses 12 days after powerful twin earthquakes killed at least 3,535 people, injured many more and left behind immense destruction.

— Nicole Acevedo, NBC news, 6 July 2026
England saw off an immense challenge from Mexico, beating one of the tournament co-hosts in their home stadium after seeing one player sent off in a game that will go down as one of the best of the 2026 World Cup.

— Hannah Keyser, CNN Money, 5 July 2026

Definition of immense

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The name Chelydra serpentina evokes colossal reptiles stomping through ancient forests.

— Hannah Smith July 1, Idaho Statesman, 1 July 2026
His public funeral will begin on Saturday, with his body lying in state at the colossal complex in central Tehran that hosts major Friday prayers, official ceremonies and religious gatherings.

— Alex Sundby, CBS News, 30 June 2026

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