Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

colossus

noun

kə-ˈläs-əs

Definition

A statue that is much larger than life-size; any person or thing of enormous size, importance, or ability.

Examples

The Colossus of Rhodes was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
He was a colossus in the field of science, recognized for his groundbreaking contributions.

Meaning

The term refers to a figure or entity of great stature and influence, often representing something monumental in both physical and metaphorical terms.