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The definition of mighty is something that is large, powerful or overwhelming.

(adjective)

An example of something mighty is a storm that is very destructive.

Mighty is defined as very.

(adverb)

An example of something mighty is describing a delicious dinner as "mighty fine."

See mighty in Webster's New World College Dictionary

adjective mightier, mightiest

having might; powerful; strong
remarkably large, extensive, etc.; great

Origin: ME myghty < OE mihtig

adverb

Informal very; extremely

Related Forms:

mightily adverb
mightiness noun

See mighty in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adjective might·i·er, might·i·est

Having or showing great power, skill, strength, or force: a mighty orator; a mighty blow.
Imposing or awesome in size, degree, or extent: a mighty stone fortress.

adverb
Informal

To a great degree; extremely. Used as an intensive: mighty fine; mighty tired. See Regional Note at powerful.

Related Forms:

mightˈi·ness noun

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