A venture that fails spectacularly, especially one perceived as overconfident.
The R.M.S. Titanic, an ocean liner, supposedly unsinkable, that sank on its maiden voyage on 15 April 1912 after colliding with an iceberg.
Of a conflict or contest: involving equally powerful participants.
Of or relating to the Titans, a race of giant gods in Greek mythology.
Having great size, or great force, power, or strength.
A term of address.
A mistake.
A silly person.
Innocent; suffering undeservedly, especially as an epithet of lambs and sheep.
Sickly; feeble; infirm.
Absurdly large.
Laughable or amusing through foolishness or a foolish appearance.
Insignificant, worthless, (chiefly Scotland) especially with regard to land quality.
Stupefied, senseless; stunned or dazed.
Rustic, homely.
Thoughtless, lacking judgment.
Mentally retarded.
Weak, frail; flimsy (use concerning people and animals is now obsolete).
Helpless, defenseless.
Pitiful, inspiring compassion
Very close to the batsman, facing the bowler; closer than short.
Sillily: in a silly manner.