Vastness

Pronunciation: /væst.nəs/

Definitions of vastness

noun The quality or state of being vast; immense size or extent.

Example Sentences

A1 The vastness of the ocean was overwhelming for the young children.

A2 She gazed out at the vastness of the desert, feeling small and insignificant.

B1 The vastness of the universe is a topic that has fascinated scientists for centuries.

B2 Exploring the vastness of the Amazon rainforest requires careful planning and preparation.

C1 The vastness of the project required a team of experts to complete it successfully.

C2 Standing on top of the mountain, she marveled at the vastness of the landscape spread out before her.

Examples of vastness in a Sentence

formal The vastness of the ocean was truly awe-inspiring.

informal I never realized the vastness of this forest until I got lost in it.

slang The vastness of her shoe collection is insane!

figurative The vastness of his knowledge on the subject was evident in his detailed explanations.

Grammatical Forms of vastness

• plural: vastnesses
• comparative: vaster
• superlative: vastest
• present tense: vast
• future tense: will be vast
• perfect tense: has been vast
• continuous tense: is being vast
• singular: vastness
• positive degree: vast
• infinitive: to vast
• gerund: vasting
• participle: vasted

Origin and Evolution of vastness

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'vastness' originated from the Middle English word 'vastenesse' which was derived from the Old French word 'vastenesse' meaning immensity or greatness.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'vastness' has retained its original meaning of immense size or extent, but has also come to be used figuratively to describe anything of great magnitude or scale.