monstrous

Example Sentences

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We know we are not monsters, but we are equally sure that we have done monstrous things.

From Slate • Mar. 16, 2026

At this point, all we can hope is that his inherent cowardice will win out over his monstrous ego one more time.

From Salon • Feb. 24, 2026

Tennyson plunged into a monstrous grief that afflicted him for years.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 20, 2026

Viewed through the disgruntled servant’s bias, the 17-year-old Catherine of the book appears monstrous and mythic.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 11, 2026

Annabeth spun as a massive dark shape hurtled down at her—a snarling, monstrous blob with spindly barbed legs and glinting eyes.

From "The House of Hades" by Rick Riordan