English · Adjectives
bigger
/ˈbɪɡər/
[/ˈbɪɡər/]
comparative of big
Beginneradjective
Definition
Comparative form of 'big'. Used to say something is larger in size than another thing.
Example
My house is bigger than yours.
My house is bigger than yours.
Etymology
From 'big' plus the comparative suffix '-er'; the final consonant doubles.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in comparisons, often followed by 'than'.