Synonyms for

Monumental

Verb / ˌmɑ:njʌˈmentʌl / / ˌmɑ:njʌˈmenʌl / / ˌmɑ:nju:ˈmentʌl / Another word for monumental — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Something that is monumental is very large, important, or impressive.

Synonyms & similar words

massive monolithic impressive grand magnificent monstrous massive huge gigantic immense colossal enormous towering titanic majestic stupendous substantial significant notable remarkable outstanding memorable

Synonyms by register

Formal

enormous immense colossal gigantic

Informal

huge massive ginormous tremendous

Literary

epic vast grand

Antonyms

tiny small insignificant minor trivial unimportant

Common collocations

  • monumental task
  • monumental achievement
  • monumental effort
  • monumental importance
  • monumental scale
  • monumental undertaking
  • monumental change

Word family

noun monument
adjective monumental

Usage note

Often used to describe tasks, achievements, or efforts that are exceptionally large, important, or difficult. It implies a significant impact or scale.

Example sentences

  1. The Eiffel Tower in Paris is a monumental landmark.
  2. The construction of the Great Wall of China was a monumental achievement.
  3. Winning the World Cup was a monumental moment for the soccer team.
  4. The president's speech was a monumental address that inspired the nation.
  5. The Titanic was a monumental ship that met a tragic end.

Quotes

  • The American Dream is a term that is often used but also often misunderstood. It isn't really about becoming rich or famous. It is about things much simpler and more fundamental than that. - the right to be our best selves, to pursue happiness, and to be free to chase our dreams. - Marco Rubio
  • The Civil War was a monumental event in the life of this country, the greatest single event of the 19th century. - Ken Burns
  • The past is a source of knowledge, and the future is a source of hope. Love of the past implies faith in the future. - Stephen Ambrose

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