Gigantism

C2 16+

Pronunciation: /dʒaɪˈɡæntɪzəm/

Definitions of gigantism

noun a condition characterized by excessive growth and height in the body

Example Sentences

A1 Gigantism is a condition where a person grows much taller than average.

A2 Some animals exhibit gigantism, growing to enormous sizes compared to others of their species.

B1 The scientific study of gigantism in plants can provide insights into how they adapt to different environments.

B2 Gigantism in the entertainment industry can sometimes overshadow the talent of performers.

C1 The phenomenon of gigantism in insects has fascinated researchers for centuries, leading to many discoveries.

C2 The implications of gigantism in marine species can have wide-ranging effects on ocean ecosystems.

Examples of gigantism in a Sentence

formal Gigantism is a medical condition characterized by excessive growth and height.

informal My uncle has gigantism, which is why he is over seven feet tall.

slang That new building is gigantism at its finest!

figurative The company's expansion plans show signs of gigantism in the industry.

Grammatical Forms of gigantism

past tense

grew

plural

gigantisms

comparative

more gigantic

superlative

most gigantic

present tense

grows

future tense

will grow

perfect tense

has grown

continuous tense

is growing

singular

gigantism

positive degree

gigantic

infinitive

to gigantism

gerund

gigantism

participle

gigantic

Origin and Evolution of gigantism

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: Greek
Story behind the word: The word 'gigantism' originates from the Greek word 'gigas' meaning giant.
Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe a condition of abnormal growth resulting in excessive height, the term 'gigantism' has evolved to also refer to anything of great size or scale.