towering

adjective
UK /ˈtaʊərɪŋ/
US /ˈtaʊərɪŋ/

Very, very tall, like a giant.

The towering tree reached high above the house.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. Very great or intense in amount or degree.

She was in a towering rage after losing the game.

3. Rising to a great height above everything around it.

The towering cliffs stood over the sea.

4. Much greater than others in importance or ability.

He is a towering figure in the world of science.