Monstrous
Mutual synonyms
Both words in one sentence
- This is mostly due to the fact that writers seem to think viewers associate monstrous figures with being strong but mindless and stupid, and thus use less monstrous forms for more effective villains.
Source: Monstrosity Equals Weakness -
Toxic Friend Influence: Jamal is stupid enough and evil enough on his own, but his monstrous uncle (and chief military adviser) and his power-hungry wife encourage him to be even worse.
Source: Series / Tyrant - Fantastic had powers based on being flexible and adaptable, and the musclebound, monstrous Thing, while not stupid, maintained a "Brooklyn bruiser" persona and had trouble expressing his feelings.
Source: Personality Powers
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