English Synonym Finder

main

Definitions

Chief in size, extent, or importance; principal.

A principal pipe or duct in a utility system, such as water or electricity.

Physical strength or force, as in the phrase 'with might and main'.

Examples

The main reason for the delay was the unexpected heavy rain.

Our main office is located in the heart of the city.

The main character in the novel undergoes a significant transformation.

Synonyms

primary chief principal major central leading paramount

Antonyms

minor secondary subordinate insignificant trivial supplementary auxiliary