1
as in anomaly
a person, thing, or event that is far from normal
any monstrosities born to the farm animals were sent to the agricultural college for study
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in monster
a strange or horrible and often frightening creature
filled the haunted house with all sorts of spooks and mechanical monstrosities
Synonyms & Similar Words
3
4
as in horror
the quality of inspiring intense dread or dismay
the monstrosity of the famine can scarcely be conveyed to those who have not witnessed it in person
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
5
as in badness
the state or quality of being utterly evil
the monstrosity of the terrorists' actions shocked the entire civilized world
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Examples Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of monstrosity
However, in a delicious example of hubris and obstinance, the 15-year-old $1 billion monstrosity was constructed without regard to the players, who not only play on artificial turf but also have to deal with visibility issues when the Cowboys play afternoon home games.
—
Marcus Hayes, Orlando Sentinel, 12 Nov. 2024
His transformation is both physical and psychological, a deterioration that blurs humanity and monstrosity, pushing boundaries of on-screen horror with a level of realism enhanced by Chris Walas’ groundbreaking practical effects, which garnered an Academy Award for Best Makeup.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 4 Nov. 2024
Others, such as this monstrosity Intel attempted as a wireless PC controller in 1999, required prominent base stations to be installed.
—Matt Kamen, WIRED, 3 Nov. 2024
Oz is quick-thinking and chameleonic, whereas Sofia’s monstrosity shows up differently.
—Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 12 Sep. 2024
See all Example Sentences for monstrosity 
Marcus Hayes, Orlando Sentinel, 12 Nov. 2024
His transformation is both physical and psychological, a deterioration that blurs humanity and monstrosity, pushing boundaries of on-screen horror with a level of realism enhanced by Chris Walas’ groundbreaking practical effects, which garnered an Academy Award for Best Makeup.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 4 Nov. 2024
Others, such as this monstrosity Intel attempted as a wireless PC controller in 1999, required prominent base stations to be installed.
—Matt Kamen, WIRED, 3 Nov. 2024
Oz is quick-thinking and chameleonic, whereas Sofia’s monstrosity shows up differently.
—Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 12 Sep. 2024
See all Example Sentences for monstrosity
Recent Examples of Synonyms for monstrosity
Noun
-
Tech vendors play a critical role in this process by helping businesses identify and address data anomalies and ensure that the technology is only working with high-quality information.John Case, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
-
This grim record that 2024 will almost certainly set in its final few weeks offers another indication that this pattern of extreme heat and violent weather, as scientists say, is no longer the anomaly but the norm.Eli Wizevich, Smithsonian Magazine, 9 Dec. 2024
Noun
-
The monsters are tall and impressively athletic-looking, with devil ears and animatronic snouts that snap like miniature crocodile jaws.Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 7 Dec. 2024
-
Families can hear all about classic ancient Greek myths which are filled with adventures of gods and goddesses, monsters, and heroes.Anna Halkidis, Parents, 6 Dec. 2024
Noun
-
To avoid making a big glittery mess, use a tablespoon to add 1-2 scoops of glitter to the water and glycerin mixture, and stir gently.Tessa Cooper, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Dec. 2024
-
The entries, in particular, were a mess without him.Harman Dayal, The Athletic, 9 Dec. 2024
Noun
-
That definitely still draws certain Academy members toward watching the film, but even the tamest of horror films have historically been shut out of any Oscar nominations.Marcus Jones, IndieWire, 12 Dec. 2024
-
Several fans of the original felt the satirical horror film should not be remade at all.Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
Noun
-
The mutation has not been found in nature and academics say there are several other barriers to person-to-person transmission.Katherine Hignett, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
-
Most mutations are harmless or detrimental to the virus, but those that enhance survival or transmission are naturally selected.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
Noun
-
The Watergate grotesques form a small portion of the weird and sometimes wacky, but always carefully curated, world of Ellison.Bethanne Patrick, Los Angeles Times, 4 June 2024
-
More amusingly, among the gargoyles and grotesques that dot the various towers are one in the form of a corrupt politician and another representing Darth Vader.Carolina A. Miranda, Los Angeles Times, 7 Dec. 2023
Noun
-
In this calm before the chaos, consider tossing out items in gathering areas that don’t belong, embarking on a quick decluttering session, and tackling that shelf that’s become an eyesore.Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 13 Dec. 2024
-
Our Place Wonder Oven $195 $175 Amazon Sometimes kitchen appliances can be an eyesore, but that’s not the case with Our Place’s toaster oven.Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 12 Dec. 2024
Noun
-
Among Assad’s worst atrocities was the 2013 sarin gas attack in the city of Ghouta, which killed more than 1,400 people and was labeled a war crime by the then-UN secretary general.Rob Picheta, CNN, 9 Dec. 2024
-
In 2014, Daesh attacked Sinjar, Iraq, inflicting widespread atrocities on the Yazidi community.Dr. Ewelina U. Ochab, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
Thesaurus Entries Near monstrosity
Cite this Entry
“Monstrosity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/monstrosity. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share