monumental
/ˌmɒnjʊˈmentəl/ · /ˌmɑːnjəˈmentəl/
CEFR level C1Topic HistoryWord #5653 in the learning path
巨大的；极其重要的
Definitions
adj. Extremely large, impressive, or important.
巨大的；极其重要的
adj. Relating to monuments or serving as a lasting memorial.
纪念碑的；纪念性的
Example
Moving all these boxes will be a monumental task.
搬走所有这些箱子将是一项艰巨的任务。
Replacing outdated urban infrastructure requires monumental effort and sustained investment from both governments and private businesses.
更新陈旧的城市基础设施需要政府和私营企业付出巨大努力并持续投资。
Collocations
- monumental task
- monumental achievement
- monumental architecture
Word family
- monument (n.)
- monumentally (adv.)
Synonyms
- enormous
- immense
Antonyms
- insignificant
Usage tip
常修饰task、effort，强调规模或难度极大。
FAQ
- What does monumental mean?
- Extremely large, impressive, or important. Relating to monuments or serving as a lasting memorial.
- How is monumental pronounced?
- UK /ˌmɒnjʊˈmentəl/, US /ˌmɑːnjəˈmentəl/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
