massiv
Translation
massive, solid, huge, substantial
Examples
Er stand vor einem massivem Problem.
He was facing a massive problem.
Das Haus wurde aus massivem Holz gebaut.
The house was built from solid wood.
Grammar Patterns
((adjective)) + ((noun)) describes something as massive or solid A massive rock blocked the road.
Similar Words
Synonyms: riesig, gewaltig, enorm; Antonyms: klein, zierlich, leicht
Etymology
From French 'massif' (bulky, solid), from 'masse' (mass).
Memory Tips
It's a direct cognate with the English word 'massive'. Think of a massive mountain or a massive building.