Enormity/ɪˈnɔːrməti/ Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Size Implication Use 'enormity' to imply something is beyond normal scale. The enormity of the new shopping mall overwhelmed visitors. Pro Tip 2/3Not Always Physical 'Enormity' can refer to abstract concepts, not just physical size. She couldn't grasp the enormity of the situation. Pro Tip 3/3Overwhelming Effect The term often implies that the size or extent is overwhelming. He felt dizzy contemplating the enormity of space.