Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

Frankenstein's Monster

noun
/ˈfræŋkənˌstaɪnz ˈmɒnstər/
Definition
A creature created by Victor Frankenstein in Mary Shelley’s novel ‘Frankenstein’.
Examples
  • In the book, Frankenstein’s Monster is both feared and misunderstood.
  • Many adaptations of the story feature Frankenstein’s Monster as a tragic figure.
Meaning
It symbolizes the consequences of unchecked ambition and the quest for knowledge, often associated with themes of isolation and rejection.
Synonyms
  • Creature
  • Being
  • Abomination