Definition

The quality or state of being very large, frightening, or evil; something that is extremely unnatural or abnormal.

Example

The monstrousness of the creature terrified everyone in the village.

Conversation

Did you see that movie about the creature?

Yeah, it was so intense! The monstrousness of it all was terrifying.

I know, right? It really made me think about how fear can be portrayed.

Absolutely! The way they depicted its monstrousness was really effective.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Monstrousness → It is formed from "monstrous" (from Latin "monstrousus", meaning abnormal or monstrous) and "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "monstrousness" refers to the state of being monstrous or having monstrous qualities.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'monstrous' which describes something abnormal or frightening, and remember that 'monstrousness' refers to the quality of being monstrous.

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