big time

• Expression familière utilisée pour insister sur l'ampleur ou l'intensité de quelque chose, signifiant souvent « énormément » ou « de façon majeure ». Peut aussi désigner le plus haut niveau de succès ou de réalisation dans un domaine.

An informal slang expression used to emphasize the extent or degree of something, often meaning 'very much' or 'to a great extent'. It can also refer to the highest level of success or achievement in a particular field.

1. High level of successB2informalamerican

   The highest or most successful level in a particular field, especially in entertainment or sports.

   le haut niveau

   • After years of hard work, she finally made it to the big time.
   • He hit the big time when his song became a worldwide hit.
   • The band is now playing in the big time, touring stadiums.

2. To a great extentB2slangamerican

   Used as an adverb to mean 'very much' or 'to a large degree'.

   grandement, énormément

   • He messed up big time on that project.
   • She loves him big time.
   • They failed big time in their attempt to break the record.