mighty
Translation
powerful, strong, large, impressive
Examples
He struck a mighty blow with the hammer.
He struck a mighty blow with the hammer.
A mighty oak tree stood in the field.
A mighty oak tree stood in the field.
Grammar Patterns
((mighty)) + noun describing something powerful or large A mighty river flows to the sea.
Similar Words
Synonyms: powerful, strong, huge; Antonyms: weak, feeble
Etymology
From Old English 'mihtig', from 'miht' (might, power). Literally 'full of might'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'might' (power) + '-y' (full of). Something that is 'mighty' is full of power.