monstrous
Monstrous is an adjective that describes something gross or shocking. It can refer to the size, shape, or general look of something. If your face or body is monstrous, it's misshapen and horrifying to look at.
The word monstrous describes something that you'd like to avoid looking at, if at all possible. The word comes from the Latin monstruosus, which means "unnatural, deviating from the natural order, hideous." When discussing size, monstrous means that something or someone is so huge it's frightening. Monstrous can also describe someone or something that's extremely cruel or brutal, like a monstrous dictator or monstrous lies.
-
distorted and unnatural in shape or size; abnormal and hideous
-
abnormally large
-
shockingly brutal or cruel“no excess was too monstrous for them to commit”
-
synonyms:
atrocious, flagitious, grievous
-
evil
morally bad or wrong
-
evil
Vocabulary lists containing monstrous
Whether you're describing a horrific monster, a tragic outfit, or your aunt's awful curtains, these words cover every sort of unattractive thing. For more synonym lists, explore our "Say What You Mean" resources.
Whether you're describing a horrific monster, a tragic outfit, or your aunt's awful curtains, these words cover every sort of unattractive thing. For more synonym lists, explore our Say What You Mean resources.
The first book of the Little House series introduces the Ingalls family, pioneers living in Wisconsin in 1871.
Look up monstrous for the last time
Close your vocabulary gaps with personalized learning that focuses on teaching the words you need to know.
