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synonym Comparative
大々的
VS
集大成

Differences Between "大々的" and "集大成"

Option A
大々的
Meaning
on a large scale; extensive; grand
Reading
だいだいてき (daidaiteki)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
新商品の発表会が大々的に行われた。
The new product launch event was held on a large scale.
Option B
集大成
Meaning
compilation, grand culmination, magnum opus, comprehensive work
Reading
しゅうたいせい (shuutaisei)
Syllabus Level
N1
Practical Example
その論文は、彼の長年の研究の集大成と言えるだろう。
That thesis can be said to be the culmination of his years of research.

Which one to use?

Select the correct Japanese word for this context

Which word fits this context: "(on a large scale; extensive; grand)"?
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使い分け解説:
- 大々的: Describes an event, announcement, or action that is carried out widely, publicly, and with significant attention or effort. Often used in media or public relations.
- 集大成: Refers to a grand compilation or a comprehensive work that brings together the culmination of one's efforts, research, or a particular field over a long period. (長年の努力や研究、特定の分野の成果などを集大成した、大規模で包括的な作品や業績を指します。)
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