large

UK: lɑːdʒ | US: lɑːrdʒ

Definition

  1. adj. of considerable size or extent

  2. adj. broad in scope or capacity

  3. adj. important or influential

Structure
larg <abundant, from Latin *largus*>e <silent suffix>
Etymology

The word "large" traces back to the Latin largus, meaning "abundant" or "generous." It entered Old French as large, retaining the sense of spatial or quantitative abundance. By Middle English, it broadened to describe physical size and figurative importance. The silent "e" is a vestige of Old French spelling conventions.

Examples

  1. The room was large enough to host fifty guests.

  2. She has a large collection of vintage books.

  3. His influence on the project was large despite his junior role.

  4. The company operates on a large scale globally.

  5. He spoke with large gestures to emphasize his point.