Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
astronomical amount
phrase
/ˌæstrəˈnɑːmɪkəl əˈmaʊnt/
Definition
A very large quantity or number, typically used to describe sums of money or values that are exceedingly great.
Examples
- The project’s budget reached an astronomical amount, making it one of the most expensive in history.
- She inherited an astronomical amount of wealth from her family.
- The fine for the violation was an astronomical amount, leaving many surprised.
Meaning
The term is often used to emphasize the overwhelming size of something, particularly in financial contexts.
Synonyms
- enormous amount
- huge sum
- vast quantity
- exorbitant amount
- colossal sum
