main (A1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /meɪn/

Definition

The most important or largest part of something.

Examples

• The main reason for the delay was the weather.

• He is the main character in the story.

• The main course was delicious.

How to Use main

main reason (collocation)

The primary cause for something. — "The main reason for his absence was illness."

main point (collocation)

The most important idea or fact. — "The main point of the meeting is to decide on the budget."

Synonyms of main

Words with a similar meaning to main:

• chief
• primary
• principal
• foremost

Antonyms of main

Words with the opposite meaning to main:

• minor
• secondary

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