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monstrosities

 

[ mɒnˈstrɒsɪtɪz ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

in horror movies

Monstrosities are grotesque, horrific creatures that instill fear and terror in those who encounter them. These beings often have twisted, unnatural features and evoke a sense of dread and revulsion.

Synonyms

abominations, freaks, horror

Examples of usage

  • The film was filled with monstrosities lurking in the shadows.
  • The monstrosities in the haunted house were beyond imagination.
Context #2 | Noun

in science fiction literature

Monstrosities refer to genetically mutated or artificially created beings that defy the laws of nature. These creatures are usually the result of unethical experimentation or catastrophic events.

Synonyms

aberrations, atrocities, mutations

Examples of usage

  • The scientist's lab was filled with monstrosities of his own creation.
  • The monstrosities unleashed by the experiment threatened the entire planet.

Translations

Translations of the word "monstrosities" in other languages:

🇵🇹 monstruosidades

🇮🇳 राक्षसीपन

🇩🇪 Monstrositäten

🇮🇩 kemonsteran

🇺🇦 потвори

🇵🇱 monstrozności

🇯🇵 怪物

🇫🇷 monstruosités

🇪🇸 monstruosidades

🇹🇷 canavarlıklar

🇰🇷 괴물

🇸🇦 الوحشية

🇨🇿 monstra

🇸🇰 monštrá

🇨🇳 怪物

🇸🇮 pošasti

🇮🇸 skrímsli

🇰🇿 айуандықтар

🇬🇪 ურჩხულები

🇦🇿 canavarlar

🇲🇽 monstruosidades

Etymology

The word 'monstrosities' originated from the Latin word 'monstrum', which meant 'divine omen' or 'portent'. Over time, its meaning evolved to refer to anything abnormal, unnatural, or monstrous in appearance. The concept of monstrosities has been prevalent in various mythologies, folklore, and literature, often symbolizing the darker aspects of humanity or the unknown. In modern usage, monstrosities are commonly associated with horror and science fiction genres, where they serve as embodiments of fear, chaos, and the consequences of tampering with nature.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #29,650, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.