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massiv

massive

adjective ma-SEEF Less Common

Origin: from French massif

Also means

solid

Usage Note

massiv describes something solid through-and-through, like massives Gold ('solid gold'), not just large. Figuratively it intensifies criticism or pressure: massive Kritik means 'severe, heavy criticism'.

Examples

"Der Tisch ist aus massivem Holz."

Natural Translation

The table is made of solid wood.

Literal Translation

The table is out-of solid wood.

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