large

• Décrit quelque chose qui est grand en taille, en quantité ou en degré.

Describes something that is big in size, quantity, or extent.

1. Above average in size or quantityA1formal

   Bigger or more extensive than the typical or average size, number, or magnitude.

   de grande taille ou quantité

   • They live in a large house with a big garden.
   • The company ordered a large quantity of supplies.
   • A large crowd gathered for the concert.

   Synonymesamplebigcolossalconsiderableenormousextensivegiganticgreathugeimmensemassivesizablesubstantialtremendousvast

   Antonymescompactlittleminiatureminutepetitesmalltiny

2. Important or influentialB2formal

   Having a significant effect or being of considerable importance.

   d'une grande importance ou influence

   • He played a large role in the negotiations.
   • The decision had a large impact on the community.
   • She is a large figure in the world of politics.

   Synonymesbiggreatimportantinfluentialleadingmajorprominentsignificant

   Antonymesinsignificantminornegligibletrivialunimportant

3. Grand or lofty in styleC1formal

   Characterized by an exaggerated, impressive, or pompous manner of expression.

   grandiose

   • The author's large style of writing was admired by critics.
   • His speech was filled with large, sweeping statements.
   • The poem used large, grandiose language.

   Synonymesbombasticfloridgrandiloquentgrandiosehigh-flownloftymagniloquentoratoricaloverblownpompous

4. Generous and tolerantB2formal

   Having a broad and forgiving nature; magnanimous.

   Large d'esprit, magnanime

   • She has a large heart and always helps those in need.
   • He took a large view of the situation and forgave the mistake.
   • A large spirit is needed to overcome such adversity.

   Synonymesbroad-mindedcharitableforgivinggenerouskindliberalmagnanimousopenheartedtolerant

   Antonymesmeannarrowpettysmall

5. Conspicuous or prominentB2formal

   Easily noticeable or standing out in a particular position or context.

   bien en vue

   • The large sign on the building was visible from far away.
   • She played a large part in the success of the project.
   • The issue became a large topic of public debate.

   Synonymesbigprominent

6. Broad in power or scopeC1formal

   Having extensive authority, range, or influence.

   De grande envergure

   • The new law gives the agency large powers to regulate.
   • His large vision for the company transformed the industry.
   • The project has a large scope, covering multiple countries.

   Synonymesbroadcomprehensiveexpansiveextensivegrandsweepingwide

   Antonymeslimitednarrowrestrictedsmall

7. Advanced pregnancyB2informal

   Being in a late stage of pregnancy.

   Enceinte avancée

   • She is large with her second child.
   • The cat was large with kittens.
   • In her final months, she was quite large.

   Synonymesbigexpectantgravidheavypregnant

• Adverbe signifiant « à grande échelle » ou « dans une large mesure », bien qu'en anglais moderne il soit rarement utilisé comme adverbe. On le trouve surtout dans des expressions figées comme « loom large » ou « write large », où il modifie le verbe en indiquant l'ampleur ou l'importance.

An adverb meaning "in a big way" or "to a great extent," though it is rarely used as an adverb in modern English. It appears primarily in fixed phrases such as "loom large" or "write large," where it modifies a verb to indicate scale or significance.

1. Wide of the markC1formal

   At a distance from the intended target or mark; missing the aim.

   à côté de la cible

   • The arrow flew large of the target and hit a tree.
   • His estimate was large of the actual cost by millions.
   • She aimed large and completely missed the goal.

2. With the wind from behindC2formal

   Sailing with the wind coming from behind the ship's beam, i.e. from the rear quarter.

   Par vent arrière (grand largue)

   • The yacht was sailing large on a broad reach and made excellent speed.
   • They set the sails for a large wind and let the boat surge forward.
   • The captain preferred to sail large when racing downwind.

   Synonymesdownwindfree

3. BoastfullyB2informal

   In a boastful or bragging way; with exaggeration of one's own importance or achievements.

   De manière vantarde

   • He always talks large about his accomplishments, but no one believes him.
   • She walked large into the room, expecting immediate applause.
   • Don't act so large; you haven't won the championship yet.

   Synonymesboastfullyostentatiouslypompouslypretentiouslyvauntingly

• Nom désignant une taille de vêtement conçue pour une personne de forte corpulence ou de grandes proportions.

A noun referring to a garment size designed for a person of larger build or proportions.

1. Garment sizeA2informal

   A standard clothing size designed for a person with a larger build, typically larger than medium.

   Grande taille (vêtement)

   • I need to buy a large in this shirt.
   • The store only has large and extra large left.
   • She prefers to wear a large for a looser fit.