leviathan

/ˈlɛvɪˌeɪθən, ˈlɛvɪˌeɪθən/

Definitions

1. noun

A massive and powerful sea creature in the Bible and other mythological traditions.

“The old ship was destroyed by a massive leviathan in the storm.”

2. noun

A person or organization of great power or influence.

“The media mogul was known as a leviathan in the business world.”

3. noun

A complex and difficult problem or situation.

“The leviathan of bureaucracy made it hard to get anything done.”

4. verb

To overwhelm or defeat someone or something with a great deal of force or power.

“The company’s financial troubles leviathan their competitors.”

Synonyms

  • gigantism
  • monstrousness

Antonyms

  • insignificance
  • minuteness