Synonyms for

Monstrous

Verb / ˈmɑ:nstrʌs / Another word for monstrous — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

very large; frighteningly ugly or evil

Synonyms & similar words

atrocious flagitious grotesque grievous huge gigantic enormous terrifying ghastly horrifying frightening scary dreadful horrible awful terrible hideous ugly repulsive disgusting abominable atrocious gruesome macabre

Synonyms by register

Formal

enormous gigantic colossal immense

Informal

huge massive ginormous whopping

Literary

leviathan gargantuan cyclopean

Antonyms

tiny small petite diminutive minuscule little

Common collocations

  • monstrous size
  • monstrous task
  • monstrous injustice
  • monstrous appetite
  • monstrous ego
  • monstrous creature
  • monstrous error

Word family

noun monster
adjective monstrous
adverb monstrously

Usage note

Often used to describe something extremely large, but can also imply something frightening or morally reprehensible. Be mindful of its strong negative connotation when used to describe people or actions.

Example sentences

  1. The monstrous elephant was as big as a house.
  2. The monstrous dragon breathed fire and scared the villagers.
  3. The monstrous storm destroyed the town.
  4. The monstrous spider had eight hairy legs.
  5. The monstrous bear roared and chased after the hikers.

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