word
Monumental
Mah-nyuh-MEH-ntuhl
/ˌmɑːnjʌˈmɛntʌl/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
monumental
Dictionary meaning
Imposing in size or bulk or solidity.
Examples
- Einstein's monumental contributions to physics.
- The use of the arch in monumental architecture.
Synonyms: monolithic
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