Synonyms for

Colossus

Verb / kʌˈlɑ:sʌs / Another word for colossus — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a statue that is much bigger than life-size

Synonyms & similar words

titan goliath giant heavyweight behemoth monster giant monument statue figure idol hero legend myth mythology mythos titan beast behemoth creature dinosaur leviathan mammoth monster ogre whale

Example sentences

  1. The colossus of Rhodes was a huge statue of the Greek god Helios.
  2. The statue of liberty is a colossus that stands in New York Harbor.
  3. The ancient Egyptians built many colossi of their pharaohs.
  4. The colossus of Constantine was a giant statue of the Roman emperor.
  5. The colossus of Nero was a massive statue of the Roman emperor Nero.

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