enormity

[ih-nawr-mi-tee, ih-nawr-muh-tee]

enormity Definition

  • 1the great or extreme scale, seriousness, or extent of something perceived as bad or morally wrong
  • 2a grave crime or sin

Using enormity: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "enormity" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The enormity of the crime shocked the nation.

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    The enormity of the disaster was hard to comprehend.

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    The enormity of his mistake became clear only later.

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    The enormity of the task ahead of us is daunting.

enormity Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with enormity

  • the great scale, seriousness, or extent of something perceived as bad or morally wrong

    Example

    The enormity of the problem was overwhelming.

  • the gravity or seriousness of a situation

    Example

    The enormity of the situation hit her like a ton of bricks.

  • the difficulty or magnitude of a task

    Example

    The enormity of the task ahead of us is daunting.

Origins of enormity

from Latin 'enormis', meaning 'out of rule'

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Summary: enormity in Brief

The term 'enormity' [ih-nawr-mi-tee, ih-nawr-muh-tee] refers to the great or extreme scale, seriousness, or extent of something perceived as bad or morally wrong. It can also denote a grave crime or sin. Examples include 'The enormity of the crime shocked the nation,' and 'The enormity of the task ahead of us is daunting.' The phrase 'the enormity of something' is often used to describe the great scale, seriousness, or extent of something perceived as bad or morally wrong.

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