MONSTROUS


Meaning of MONSTROUS in English

1.

If you describe a situation or event as ~, you mean that it is extremely shocking or unfair.

She endured the ~ behaviour for years...

= atrocious

ADJ: usu ADJ n

~ly

Your husband’s family has behaved ~ly.

ADV: ADV after v

2.

If you describe an unpleasant thing as ~, you mean that it is extremely large in size or extent.

...a ~ copper edifice...

ADJ: usu ADJ n emphasis

~ly

It would be ~ly unfair...

= hugely

ADV: ADV adj/-ed

3.

If you describe something as ~, you mean that it is extremely frightening because it appears unnatural or ugly.

...the film’s ~ fantasy figure.

= hideous

ADJ: usu ADJ n

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