Definition

Referring to an amount that is greater than two billion, often used to describe large sums of money or financial figures.

Example

The company announced a multibillion-dollar deal with a major partner.

Conversation

Did you hear about that new multibillion dollar project in the city?

Yeah, it's supposed to create a lot of jobs!

I wonder what kind of businesses will benefit from this multibillion investment.

Probably tech and construction companies will be the biggest winners.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Multibillion → It is formed from "multi-" (meaning many) and "billion" (from French *billion*, meaning a thousand million). The word "multibillion" refers to an amount that is many billions, indicating a very large number.

Memory Tip

Think of 'many' ('multi-') and 'billion' to remember that 'multibillion' means a very large number in the billions.

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