Monster meaning

What does “monster” mean? Definitions, examples, synonyms and opposites.

“monster” is a noun with 5 meanings. Its most common meaning is: an imaginary creature usually having various human and animal parts.

monster

an imaginary creature usually having various human and animal parts
someone or something that is abnormally large and powerful
Synonymsgiant goliath behemoth colossus
a person or animal that is markedly unusual or deformed
Synonymsfreak monstrosity lusus naturae
a cruel wicked and inhuman person
Synonymsfiend devil demon ogre
(medicine) a grossly malformed and usually nonviable fetus
Synonymsteras

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University