Monstrous
/ˈmɒnstrəs/
Meaning & Definition
adjective
Causing shock; extremely ugly or bad.
The monstrous crime left the entire community in disbelief.
Very large; enormous.
The monstrous waves during the storm destroyed several boats in the harbor.
Having the characteristics of a monster; alarming or horrifying.
The scientist's experiment resulted in a monstrous creature, unlike anything ever seen before.
Etymology
From Latin 'monstruosus', meaning 'strange, unnatural, abnormal'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
monstrous behavior
conduct that is extremely immoral or wicked.
monstrous appetite
an exceptionally large or insatiable desire for food.
Related Words
monster
a fictional creature that is typically large and frightening.
atrocious
extremely wicked or cruel.
grotesque
comically or repulsively ugly or distorted.
Slang Meanings
really impressive or significant
That party last night was monstrous!
extremely bad or unpleasant
The traffic was monstrous today.