gross
Translation
disgusting, total, unpleasant
Examples
The smell from the bin was gross.
The smell from the trash can was gross.
His gross income is £50,000 a year.
His gross income is $50,000 a year.
Grammar Patterns
((to be)) gross to be disgusting The smell from the bin was gross.
gross ((noun)) total (noun) His gross income is high.
Similar Words
Synonyms: disgusting, repulsive; total, entire. Antonyms: pleasant; net.
Etymology
From Old French 'gros' meaning 'big, thick, coarse', from Late Latin 'grossus'.
Memory Tips
Think of something so 'gross' it's a BIG problem. Or, your 'gross' salary is the BIG number before tax is taken out.