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Monstrosities Meaning in English

word · lemma: monstrosity

mɑnˈstɹɑsəti
mon-STRAW-si-teez
mənstɹˈɒsɪtiz
mun-STROSS-i-teez

释义

Very ugly, strange, or unnatural things, often referring to objects, buildings, or creations that are shocking or disturbing in appearance.

用法与细微差别

Mostly used in formal, literary, or critical contexts, often for exaggerated criticism of design or appearance. Common with buildings ('architectural monstrosities'), inventions, or mutations. Strongly negative, not used for people.

例句

Many people think those new buildings are monstrosities.

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They called the sculpture a monstrosity because of its strange shape.

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Some inventions become real monstrosities over time.

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That giant billboard is one of the worst monstrosities in the city.

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People still complain about the architectural monstrosities built in the 1970s.

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Some fans love those movie monstrosities, but others find them ridiculous.

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