major

[mey-jer] / ˈmeɪ dʒər /

ADJECTIVE

bigger

Synonyms

STRONGEST

big considerable dominant extensive large large-scale leading main primary sizable

STRONG

above better chief elder exceeding extreme senior superior upper

WEAK

greater hefty higher larger most oversized supreme ultra uppermost

Antonyms

STRONGEST

humble inconsiderable inferior insignificant little secondary short small subordinate tiny unimportant

STRONG

below junior lower minor

WEAK

lesser

ADJECTIVE

important

Synonyms

STRONGEST

big crucial great main notable preeminent principal radical serious significant vital

STRONG

chief grave heavyweight overshadowing star top

WEAK

critical dangerous grievous influential life and death major-league meaningful outstanding stellar weighty

Antonyms

STRONGEST

auxiliary dull extra inessential insignificant little minor nonessential secondary small trivial unimportant unknown

WEAK

lesser

Example Sentences

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According to the study authors, access to a one-dose oral treatment could make a major difference worldwide.

From Science Daily

Van Veen is a two-time World Youth champion, having lost to Littler in the 2023 final, and claimed his first major PDC title with victory at the European Championship in October.

From BBC

Lee recalls running into Paik at virtually every major hardware and software conference to recruit talent.

From The Wall Street Journal

Rents in major Midwestern cities are also lower than the national median, according to Bank of America data.

From The Wall Street Journal

Some critics have accused the country of using major cultural events to try to polish its image.

From The Wall Street Journal

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