Tremendous

Pronunciation

• Rhymes: -É›ndÉ™s

Origin

From Latin tremendus ("fearful, terrible"), gerund form of tremere ("to tremble"), from Ancient Greek τρέμω (tremo)

Full definition of tremendous

Adjective

1. awe-inspiring; terrific.
2. Notable for its size, power, or excellence.Van Beethoven's ninth symphony is a tremendous piece of music.
3. Extremely large (in amount, extent, degree, etc.) or greatThere was a tremendous outpouring of support.

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Derived terms

• tremendously