Major ordeal Synonyms

Definitions for Major


  • (adjective) sufficiently large in size, amount, or number to merit attention
  • (adjective) having great meaning or lasting effect
  • (adjective) greater in scope or effect

Definitions for Ordeal


  • (noun) a test of faith , patience , or strength
  • (noun) a severe or trying experience
  • (noun) a primitive method of determining a person's guilt or innocence by subjecting the accused person to dangerous or painful tests believed to be under divine control ; escape was usually taken as a sign of innocence