What does monumental mean?
Monumental means In the manner of a monument..
Monumental
/ˌmɒnjʊˈmɛntəl/ · adjective
Meaning
In the manner of a monument..
Definitions by Sense
- In the manner of a monument.
- Large, grand and imposing.
- Taking a great amount of time and effort to complete.
- (archaeology) Relating to monuments.
Example Sentences
a monumental task
Creating a complete map of the human connectome would therefore be a monumental milestone but not the end of the journey to understanding how our brains work.
Monumental construction.
Synonyms for monumental
Antonyms for monumental
Related Words
Word Forms
- more monumental
- most monumental
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for monumental?
Common synonyms include significant, important, large, big.
What is the opposite of monumental?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use monumental in a sentence?
a monumental task
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