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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