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Definition of mountainous

mountainous

/ˈmaʊn.tɪ.nəs/
moun · tain · ous
Adverb:mountainously
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• adjective

1

Having many mountains; characterized by rugged, elevated terrain.

Example

"The expedition traveled through a remote, mountainous region in northern Nepal."

2

Resembling a mountain in size or bulk; huge or overwhelming.

Example

"The Sailors braced themselves against the mountainous waves during the Atlantic storm."

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• Nearby Words

mountain zebra
mountaineer
mountaineering
mountainous
mountainously
mountainscape
mountainside

Word Origin & Etymology

Entered English in the late 14th century via Old French 'montaignos', derived from Vulgar Latin 'montanea' (mountain), which comes from Latin 'mons' (genitive 'montis').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Mountainous. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/mountainous
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