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monsters

Pronunciation: [ˈmɑnstərz]

Word

Context: "fear, fiction"

(noun) a creature that is often scary or unnatural, like the big creatures in movies and stories. Monsters can be things like giant beasts or scary ghosts that people imagine.

Example

In the movie, the monster helped the hero save the day.

Example

Not all dogs are monsters; many are friendly pets.

Example

What kind of monster would you find in a Halloween story?

Context: "behavior, people"

(noun) a person who behaves very badly or does terrible things. This meaning is used when someone is really mean or hurtful, like a bully.

Example

Despite his tough exterior, he is no monster; he cares for others.

Example

That man is a monster because he hurt innocent people.

Example

Do you think someone can change from being a monster to a good person?

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