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monstrous

Q: How is the word 'monstrous' different from other adjectives like it?

Some common synonyms of monstrous are prodigious , stupendous , and tremendous . While all these words mean "extremely impressive," monstrous implies a departure from the normal (as in size, form, or character) and often carries suggestions of deformity, ugliness, or fabulousness. // the monstrous waste of the project

Q: In what contexts can 'prodigious' take the place of 'monstrous'?

In some situations, the words prodigious and monstrous are roughly equivalent. However, prodigious suggests a marvelousness exceeding belief, usually in something felt as going far beyond a previous maximum (as of goodness, greatness, intensity, or size). // made a prodigious effort and rolled the stone aside

Q: Where would 'stupendous' be a reasonable alternative to 'monstrous'?

Although the words stupendous and monstrous have much in common, stupendous implies a power to stun or astound, usually because of size, numbers, complexity, or greatness beyond description. // a stupendous volcanic eruption

Q: When is it sensible to use 'tremendous' instead of 'monstrous'?

The words tremendous and monstrous are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, tremendous may imply a power to terrify or inspire awe. // the tremendous roar of the cataract

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1 badly or imperfectly formed

a monstrous melon that was clearly not fit to eat

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defaced,
disfigured

ugly,
unattractive

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shapely

flawless,
perfect

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undeformed

2 extremely disturbing or repellent

the monstrous measures taken by the dictator against anyone who opposed his regime

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3 unusually large

a monstrous tomato as big as a basketball

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4 unpleasant to look at

some monstrous high-rises have begun to spoil that lovely residential neighborhood

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shapely

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aesthetic
(also esthetic or aesthetical or esthetical),
attractive,
beauteous,
beautiful,
bonny
(also bonnie)
[chiefly British],
comely,
cute,
drop-dead,
fair,
fetching,
good-looking,
goodly,
gorgeous,
handsome,
knockout,
lovely,
pretty,
ravishing,
seemly,
sightly,
stunning,
taking,
well-favored

monstrous

adverb

chiefly dialect

Synonyms & Antonyms of monstrous (Entry 2 of 2)

to a great degree

a monstrous pretty gal, she was

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deeply,
profoundly

Phrases Synonymous with monstrous

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meagerly,
scantily

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Frequently Asked Questions About monstrous

How is the word monstrous different from other adjectives like it?

Some common synonyms of monstrous are prodigious, stupendous, and tremendous. While all these words mean "extremely impressive," monstrous implies a departure from the normal (as in size, form, or character) and often carries suggestions of deformity, ugliness, or fabulousness.

the monstrous waste of the project

In what contexts can prodigious take the place of monstrous?

In some situations, the words prodigious and monstrous are roughly equivalent. However, prodigious suggests a marvelousness exceeding belief, usually in something felt as going far beyond a previous maximum (as of goodness, greatness, intensity, or size).

made a prodigious effort and rolled the stone aside

Where would stupendous be a reasonable alternative to monstrous?

Although the words stupendous and monstrous have much in common, stupendous implies a power to stun or astound, usually because of size, numbers, complexity, or greatness beyond description.

a stupendous volcanic eruption