Definition

A very large statue or a person or thing that is extremely important or powerful.

Example

The ancient Greeks built a colossus to honor their gods.

Conversation

Have you ever seen that colossus statue in the park?

Yeah, it's massive! I was amazed by how big it is.

I didn't expect it to be such a colossus in person.

Right? It really makes you feel small standing next to it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Colossus → It originates from the Latin word 'colossus', which comes from the Greek 'kolossos' (meaning a giant statue). The term refers to a massive statue or something of enormous size.

Memory Tip

Imagine a giant statue when you think of 'colossus' — it helps you remember that it means something very large or massive.

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