Big-time
(adverb)
- To a significant or large extent; on a grand scale.
- To a great degree; with great success or importance.
Origin:
This phrase is believed to have originated in the us in the early 20th century.
Examples:
- He was playing big-time when he made that shot.
- She was going big-time with her new job.
- He was a big-time movie star.
- She was a big-time celebrity.
- It was a big-time event with a lot of people.