Definition

The quality or state of being very large or heavy.

Example

The massiveness of the mountain made it a popular destination for hikers.

Conversation

Have you seen that new building downtown?

Yeah, its massiveness is really impressive!

I can't believe how it dominates the skyline.

Right? It makes all the other buildings look so small.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Massiveness → It is formed from "mass" (from Latin *massa*, meaning a lump or bulk) and the suffix "-ive" (meaning having the nature of) combined with the suffix "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "massiveness" refers to the quality of being large or bulky in size or volume.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'lump' or 'bulk' ('mass') that has a certain quality ('-ive') and state ('-ness') — this helps you remember that massiveness means the quality of being large or bulky.

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