1. the great or extreme scale, seriousness, or extent of something perceived as bad or morally wrong
2. great size or scale; immensity
Usage: sometimes considered incorrect by traditionalists
3. a grave crime or sin; an outrageous, improper, vicious, or immoral act

Examples

• The enormity of the genocide shocked the world.
• She couldn’t grasp the enormity of her mistake until it was too late.
• The enormity of the mountain range was breathtaking.
• The enormity of the task ahead seemed overwhelming.
• The court was horrified by the enormity of his crimes.
• They finally understood the enormity of the environmental damage.
• The enormity of the stadium impressed all the visitors.