Gargantuan — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /gär-ˈgan(t)-sh(ə-)wən/ gar·gan·tuan

Meaning & Definition of Gargantuan

Gargantuan (adjective)

  1. tremendous in size, volume, or degree, gigantic, colossal

Origin & Etymology of Gargantuan

Gargantua

First known use: 1596

Frequently Asked Questions about Gargantuan

What does "Gargantuan" mean?

"Gargantuan" means tremendous in size, volume, or degree, gigantic, colossal. As an adjective, it is defined as: tremendous in size, volume, or degree, gigantic, colossal.

Is "Gargantuan" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Gargantuan" is an adjective.

How do you pronounce "Gargantuan"?

"Gargantuan" is pronounced /gär-ˈgan(t)-sh(ə-)wən/ and divided into syllables as gar·gan·tuan.

What is the origin of the word "Gargantuan"?

"Gargantuan" comes from Gargantua. First known use: 1596.