Monolith

usgb/ˈmɑːnəlɪθ/
noun

A large single upright block of stone, especially one shaped into or serving as a pillar or monument.

The Washington Monument is a famous monolith located in Washington D.C.
Visual representation of "monolith" - A large single upright block of stone, especially one shaped into or serving as a pillar or monument

Often appears as...

  • stone monolith
  • ancient monolith
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Physical Monuments

Refers to physical structures with historical, cultural, or symbolic significance.

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Tourists flocked to see the ancient monolith carved with runes.
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Immovable Impression

Can imply something unchanging and permanent.

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His determination was a monolith that nothing could shake.
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