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"Massive" vs. "hefty": comparing weighty words
Lloyd Cooper 16/10/2024, 03:53
What is similar?
Both "massive" and "hefty" are adjectives used to describe something large, heavy, or significant in size or impact.
What is different?
The word "massive" often emphasizes largeness and vastness, sometimes in scale or scope, whereas "hefty" usually emphasizes weight and physical heaviness. "Massive" can be used metaphorically to describe things like a "massive failure" or "massive effort", while "hefty" is often used for tangible items like a "hefty book".
Which one is more common?
Examples of usage
Massive- The massive mountain loomed over the valley.
- Her donation to the charity was massive, changing countless lives.
- They undertook a massive renovation project for the old building.
- The door was hefty and hard to push open.
- He received a hefty fine for speeding in a school zone.
- She carried a hefty backpack filled with books.
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