tremendous
/tɹɪˈmɛndəs/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
Awe-inspiring; terrific.
Adjective
Examples
This she spoke with so commanding an air, standing with her back to the fire, with one hand behind her, and a pinch of snuff in the other, that I question whether Thalestris, at the head of her Amazons, ever made a more tremendous figure.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
Notable for its size, power, or excellence.
Adjective
Examples
Van Beethoven's ninth symphony is a tremendous piece of music.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “tremendous” mean?
Awe-inspiring; terrific.
Is “tremendous” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.