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monumental Synonyms

Another word for monumental

Choosing another word for monumental depends on context, so the 17 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Great in importance, extent, or size; having lasting historical or cultural significance.

Usage Example

"Mapping the entire human genome was a colossal scientific achievement that transformed modern medicine."

Strongest
colossal
immense
Strong
massive
momentous
historic
prodigious
stupendous
epic
tremendous
enormous

• adjective (Context 2)

Extremely large, severe, or egregious in degree (typically modifying a negative noun such as a mistake, blunder, or failure).

Usage Example

"Underestimating the logistical challenges of the expedition proved to be a egregious blunder."

Strong
egregious
colossal
whopping
catastrophic
epic
glaring

• adjective (Context 3)

Of, relating to, or serving as a monument or permanent memorial.

Usage Example

"The ancient cemetery features elaborate commemorative inscriptions carved into weathered marble slabs."

Strongest
commemorative
Strong
memorial
statuesque

Opposites of monumental

The opposite of monumental shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

trivial
insignificant
slight
minor
negligible
inconsequential
paltry
petty
See all opposites of monumental

• Nearby Words

monthslong
montmorency
monument
monumental
monumentalize
monumentally
moo

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Monumental. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/monumental
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