monster
When used as a noun, "monster" usually refers to something scary or evil. It is most commonly used for imaginary creatures in stories. As an adjective, using "monster" to mean "very large" is informal and common in casual conversation (e.g., "a monster hit"). Using "monster" as a verb is quite rare and usually appears in formal or literary writing to describe the act of making someone look like a villain.
💬Casual Conversation
Yo, just saw the report you sent. That spreadsheet is a total monster.
Right? It's basically a deep dive into our core KPIs. Totally disruptive stuff.
Meanings
An imaginary creature that is typically large, ugly, and frightening.
"The child was afraid there was a monster under her bed."
A person who is extremely cruel, wicked, or inhuman.
"The dictator was described as a monster for the atrocities he committed."