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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Sitting in the stands, Kim Kardashian and Lewis Hamilton made their first major public appearance together, after weeks of speculation about their romance.

From BBC

The capital influx would be a major catalyst for Oracle, as the market seems to have ascribed “negative value” to the OpenAI relationship, Luria noted.

From MarketWatch

He writes about the business strategies and markets of major U.S. manufacturers, including Caterpillar Inc., Deere & Co. and United States Steel Corp.

From The Wall Street Journal

Ninety-five is a major feat that is definitely worth celebrating.

From Los Angeles Times

As the Tesla Semi was tested at the Port of Long Beach last year, a major design flaw became apparent.

From Los Angeles Times

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