Monolithic

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Pronunciation: /mɑnəˈlɪθɪk/

Definitions of monolithic

adjective characterized by massiveness and rigidity; massive and uniform in structure or character

Example Sentences

A1 The monolithic statue was very tall and made of one solid piece of stone.

A2 The monolithic building stood out in the city skyline with its sheer size and uniform appearance.

B1 The monolithic government structure made it difficult for citizens to have their voices heard.

B2 The monolithic corporation dominated the market with its massive size and influence.

C1 The monolithic power of the dictatorship stifled any opposition and dissent.

C2 The monolithic nature of the organization's hierarchy made it resistant to change and innovation.

Examples of monolithic in a Sentence

formal The monolithic structure stood tall against the skyline, a testament to the architect's vision.

informal That monolithic building is so huge, it's hard to miss!

slang The monolithic task of cleaning my room seems impossible right now.

figurative His monolithic ego overshadowed any chance of a productive conversation.

Grammatical Forms of monolithic

past tense

monolithed

plural

monolithics

comparative

more monolithic

superlative

most monolithic

present tense

monolithizes

future tense

will monolithize

perfect tense

has monolithized

continuous tense

is monolithizing

singular

monolithic

positive degree

monolithic

infinitive

to monolithize

gerund

monolithizing

participle

monolithized

Origin and Evolution of monolithic

First Known Use: 1825 year
Language of Origin: Greek
Story behind the word: The word 'monolithic' comes from the Greek words 'monos' meaning 'single' and 'lithos' meaning 'stone'.
Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe a single large stone or monument, the term 'monolithic' has evolved to refer to anything massive, solid, and uniform in structure.