What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
pantagruelic
Example
The pantagruelic banquet included an endless supply of food and drink. [pantagruelic: adjective]
Example
The novel was filled with pantagruelic descriptions of feasts and banquets. [pantagruelic: adjective]
prodigious
Example
The athlete had a prodigious talent for running and won many races. [prodigious: adjective]
Example
The storm caused prodigious damage to the town, uprooting trees and destroying buildings. [prodigious: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Prodigious is more commonly used than pantagruelic in everyday language and has a wider range of applications.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between pantagruelic and prodigious?
Both pantagruelic and prodigious can be used in formal and informal contexts, but prodigious is more versatile and can be used in a wider range of formality levels.
