mega

1 of 2

adjective

1
: vast
a mega electronics store
2
: of the highest level of rank, excellence, or importance
a number one hit made her mega

mega-

2 of 2

combining form

variants or meg-
1
a
: great : large
megaspore
b
: greatly surpassing others of its kind
megahit
2
: million (106)
megohm
megacycle

Examples of mega in a Sentence

Adjective an actor who has become a mega celebrity I will never understand why people build those mega houses on tiny lots.
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Harry settled out of court on Wednesday for a mega payout—reportedly upwards of £10 million—along with an apology not only to him, but also to Princess Diana. Raul A. Reyes, Newsweek, 22 Jan. 2025 In a new interview, the professional dancer who starred in the dance competition series for 10 seasons, opened up about her decision to leave the show at the height of finding mega fame and success. Christina Dugan Ramirez, Fox News, 20 Jan. 2025 In line with the brand’s dedication to rollback savings, the mega retailer has slashed prices on everything from hardside suitcase sets (like this three-piece Travelhouse set, $281 off) to weekender bags (like this roomy Bagsmart duffel, just $37). Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 17 Jan. 2025 Now, mega investors own and operate about 446,000 single-family properties across the U.S., according to a rnews elease from the agency. Desiree Mathurin, Charlotte Observer, 16 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for mega 

Word History

Etymology

Adjective

mega-

Combining form

Greek, from megas large — more at much

First Known Use

Adjective

1968, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of mega was in 1968

Dictionary Entries Near mega

Cite this Entry

“Mega.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mega. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.

Kids Definition

mega-

combining form
variants or meg-
1
: great : large
megaspore
2
: million : multiplied by one million
megahertz
3
: to the highest or greatest degree
mega-successful
Etymology

Combining form

from Greek megas "large"

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