'Monumental' definitions:

Definition of 'monumental'

(from WordNet)
adjective
Relating or belonging to or serving as a monument; "the use of the arch in monumental architecture"; "monumental sculptures"
adjective
Of outstanding significance; "Einstein's monumental contributions to physics"
adjective
Imposing in size or bulk or solidity; "massive oak doors"; "Moore's massive sculptures"; "the monolithic proportions of Stalinist architecture"; "a monumental scale" [syn: massive, monolithic, monumental]

Definition of 'Monumental'

From: GCIDE
  • Monumental \Mon`u*men"tal\, a. [L. monumentalis: cf. F. monumental.]
  • 1. Of, pertaining to, or suitable for, a monument; as, a monumental inscription. [1913 Webster]
  • 2. Serving as a monument; memorial; preserving memory. "Of pine, or monumental oak." --Milton. [1913 Webster]
  • A work outlasting monumental brass. --Pope. [1913 Webster]
  • 3. Of lasting significance; as, a monumental work of literature; a monumental accomplishment. [PJC]
  • 4. Exceptionally large in quantity, quality, or degree; as, a monumental amount of work to be done [PJC]