vast

[væst]

vast Definition

• 1. of very great extent or quantity; immense
• 2. very great in size, amount, degree, intensity, or especially in extent or range

Using vast: Examples

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

• Example

  The vast majority of people are law-abiding citizens.

• Example

  The universe is vast and mysterious.

• Example

  She inherited a vast fortune from her grandfather.

• Example

  The Sahara Desert is a vast expanse of sand.

vast Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for vast

• huge
• enormous
• immense
• gigantic
• colossal

Antonyms for vast

• tiny
• small
• minute

Idioms Using vast

• vast majority

  an overwhelming majority of people or things

  Example

  The vast majority of students passed the exam.

• in vast numbers

  in very large quantities or amounts

  Example

  Birds migrate in vast numbers during the winter months.

• vast experience

  a great deal of experience in a particular field or activity

  Example

  He has vast experience in the field of medicine.

Phrases with vast

• vast amounts of

  a large quantity of something

  Example

  The company spent vast amounts of money on advertising.

• vast open spaces

  a large area with no buildings or other structures

  Example

  The Midwest is known for its vast open spaces.

• vast difference

  a significant difference between two things

  Example

  There is a vast difference between the lifestyles of the rich and the poor.

Origins of vast

from Old Norse 'vǫrðr', meaning 'watchtower'

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Summary: vast in Brief

The term 'vast' [væst] describes something of great extent or quantity, often referring to size, amount, degree, intensity, or range. Examples include 'The universe is vast and mysterious,' and 'She inherited a vast fortune from her grandfather.' Phrases like 'vast open spaces' and idioms like 'vast majority' further illustrate the concept of overwhelming quantity or extent.