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monstrous

/ˈmɒnstrəʊs/ adjective · British & US
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What does monstrous mean?

adjective

Extremely bad or unpleasant; causing a feeling of horror or shock. Used to describe something that is considered to be shocking or disturbing.

Example

"The monstrous storm caused widespread destruction and power outages."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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