tremendous

word

/tɹəˈmɛndəs/
truh-MEN-duhs
/tɹəmˈɛndəs/
truh-MEN-duhs

Definition

Used to describe something very large, strong, great, or impressive. It can refer to size, amount, intensity, or quality, depending on the context.

Usage & Nuances

Common in both neutral and expressive speech. Often appears with nouns like 'success', 'pressure', 'difference', and 'amount'. In informal speech, it can simply mean 'excellent' or 'amazing', but it is stronger and more emphatic than 'great'.

Example Sentences

They made a tremendous amount of progress this year.

basic

She felt tremendous pressure before the exam.

basic

The storm caused tremendous damage to the town.

basic

We got a tremendous response after posting the video online.

natural

She has done a tremendous job leading the team through all of this.

natural

There’s a tremendous difference between knowing the rules and using them well.

natural