Mighty

/ˈmaɪti/

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Definitions

2 meanings
1

Possessing or exhibiting great power or strength; formidable.

/ˈmaɪti/

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Strength

Possessing great power or strength

The mighty lion is the king of the jungle.

💡 Simply: Imagine someone who's super strong, like a superhero! 'Mighty' means they have a lot of power and are really tough. Think of a superhero like Thor.

👶 For kids: Very strong and powerful!

More Examples

2

The mighty waves crashed against the shore.

3

He was a mighty warrior known for his bravery.

How It's Used

Literature

"The mighty oak stood tall against the storm."

Historical

"The mighty empire controlled vast territories."

2

(Informal) Very; extremely.

/ˈmaɪti/

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Intensity

Very; extremely

She was a mighty fine dancer.

💡 Simply: When you say something's 'mighty' good, it's like saying it's *really* good. Think of how awesome your favorite pizza is! It's mighty good.

👶 For kids: Very, very!

More Examples

2

That was a mighty big fish!

3

I'm mighty glad to see you.

How It's Used

Informal

"He was a mighty good singer."

Regional

"She was a mighty fine cook."

Tip:Think about something being *mighty* good, meaning it's *very* good.

From Middle English *mihti*, from Old English *mihtig* ('powerful, strong'), from *miht* ('might, power').

Used frequently in historical texts and literature to describe power, strength, and authority, often associated with kings, empires, and natural forces.

Memory tip

Think of a knight with incredible might – they're mighty!

Word Origin

LanguageOld English
Original meaning

"power, strength"

mighty oakmighty empiremighty warriormighty forcemighty power

Common misspellings

mighymighteymightyly

Usage

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