behemoth
Noun
Medium difficulty
What does “behemoth” mean?
noun.a huge or powerful creature or organization.
SAT Usage
This term is often used in contexts involving large organizations, industries, or significant forces, such as technology companies or economic entities. It emphasizes not just size but also a sense of overwhelming influence or power, distinguishing it from similar terms like "giant," which may lack the connotation of forcefulness or dominance.
Common Confusions
Behemoth implies immense size and overwhelming power or influence, while giant usually suggests large size without necessarily conveying a sense of dominance or impact.
Do not choose behemoth if the context emphasizes smallness or weakness rather than a huge or powerful creature or organization.
Example Sentences
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The new tech company quickly became a corporate behemoth.