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massive
adjective
Consisting of great mass; containing a great quantity of matter
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ˈmæs.ɪv
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adjective
Consisting of great mass; containing a great quantity of matter
“Earth is the most massive of the terrestrial planets”
adjective
Imposing in size or bulk or solidity
“Massive oak doors”
adjective
Imposing in scale or scope or degree or power
“Massive retaliatory power”
adjective
Being the same substance throughout
“Massive silver”
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Earth is the most massive of the terrestrial planets
Massive oak doors
Moore's massive sculptures
The monolithic proportions of Stalinist architecture
A monumental scale
Massive retaliatory power
A massive increase in oil prices
Massive changes
Massive silver
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