Definitions
- Describing something that is extremely large or powerful. - Referring to something that is shocking or outrageous in a negative way. - Talking about something that is cruel or wicked in nature.
- Describing something that is extremely bad or unpleasant. - Referring to something that is cruel or brutal in nature. - Talking about something that is shockingly bad or offensive.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe something negative or unpleasant.
- 2Both words can be used to describe behavior or actions.
- 3Both words have a negative connotation.
- 4Both words can be used to describe something that is shocking or outrageous.
What is the difference?
- 1Size: Monstrous refers to something that is extremely large or powerful, while atrocious does not have a size connotation.
- 2Nature: Monstrous describes something that is cruel or wicked, while atrocious describes something that is bad or unpleasant.
- 3Intensity: Atrocious is more intense than monstrous and is often used to describe something that is shockingly bad or offensive.
- 4Usage: Monstrous is more versatile and can be used in various contexts, while atrocious is more specific and is typically used to describe something that is morally wrong or offensive.
Remember this!
Monstrous and atrocious are both negative words that describe something unpleasant or shocking. However, monstrous emphasizes size and power, while atrocious emphasizes intensity and moral wrongdoing. Monstrous is more versatile and can be used in various contexts, while atrocious is more specific and is typically used to describe something that is morally wrong or offensive.
