Behemoth

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#	Definition	Explanation
1	A giant beast described in the Book of Job, possibly a hippopotamus.	This is the original meaning of the word from the Bible.
2	Something of monstrous size, power, or appearance.	This is the more common meaning used today and can refer to anything very large and impressive, or something large and potentially dangerous.

Simple Synonyms

Word	Use Case	Notes	Example Sentence
Giant	General large size	Can refer to people, animals, or objects.	The redwood trees were behemoths, towering over everything else in the forest.
Colossus	Massive structure or person	Often used for something impressive or awe-inspiring.	The Great Wall of China is a true colossus, a testament to human ingenuity(inventiveness, cleverness).
Monster	Extremely large or powerful creature	Can have negative connotations of being dangerous or frightening.	The crashing waves were like monsters, churning(liquid stirred vigourously) and foaming against the shore.
Juggernaut	Unstoppable force	Used for something that cannot be defeated or stopped.	The tech company became a juggernaut, dominating the entire industry.

Word	Use Case	Notes	Example Sentence
Leviathan	Paired with Behemoth in the Bible	Refers specifically to a sea monster, often used figuratively for something immensely powerful.	The oil company was a leviathan, controlling vast resources and influencing global politics.
Titan	Powerful mythological being	Evokes a sense of great strength and dominance.	The professional athlete was a titan in his sport, breaking records and winning championships.
Goliathian	Relating to Goliath, the giant defeated by David	Used for something much larger or stronger than something else.	The company faced a goliathian task in trying to compete with the established market leader.
Monolith	Large, single upright block of stone	Figuratively, something imposing and unyielding.	The new skyscraper stood like a monolith, dwarfing the surrounding buildings.

”In the Book of Job, Behemoth is described as a powerful creature with immense strength.”

Apple only grew to the behemoth that they are today because of that lawsuit.

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