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Humongous

usgb/hjuːˈmʌŋɡəs/Volume
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Informal SpeechPlay
Best used in casual conversations or creative writing, not in formal settings. SlideThe party had a humongous cake that took hours to finish.
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Emphasize SizePlay
Use 'humongous' to stress the unusually large size of something to the listener. SlideI couldn't believe my eyes when I saw the humongous statue.
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Colloquial UsePlay
Recognize 'humongous' as a colloquial term mostly used in North America. SlideThey have a humongous house with a basketball court inside!