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Does the word "monster" means something "extreme"? If so, could you show me some examples?

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Rebecca

Used as an informal adjective, "monster" actually means huge or extremely large. Thus, "monster monsoon" actually means "huge/extremely big monsoon." Ex: Look at that monster truck on the road. Ex: This restaurant gives monster portions. I never manage to finish all my food.

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