Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

monster

noun

/ˈmɒnstə/

Definition

A monster is an imaginary creature that is often large, frightening, and sometimes harmful.

Examples

In many cultures, the dragon is considered a monster, symbolizing chaos and destruction.
The children were scared of the monster under the bed.
In the movie, the monster terrorized the small town.

Meaning

The term is commonly used to describe beings from folklore and legends that evoke fear, or metaphorically to refer to something terrifying or extremely unpleasant.