Definition

Very large or enormous in size.

Example

The mastodonic statue towered over the crowd, impressing everyone with its sheer size.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Have you seen that new dinosaur exhibit at the museum?

Yeah, I went last weekend! The mastodonic skeleton was incredible.

I can't believe how big they were compared to modern animals.

I know, right? It's fascinating to think about such mastodonic creatures roaming the earth.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Mastodonic → It is formed from "mastodon" (from Greek "mastōdōn", meaning breast tooth, referring to the large, extinct elephant-like mammal) and the suffix "-ic" (meaning pertaining to). The word "mastodonic" describes something that is massive or enormous, akin to the size of a mastodon.

Memory Tip

Think of the large, extinct mastodon, which had 'breast teeth' and was massive. This helps you remember that 'mastodonic' refers to something enormous.

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