# monolith vs monolithic

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### monolith
*noun · IPA /ˈmɒn.ə.lɪθ/ · frequency rank #36,678*
A large, single block of stone which is a natural feature; or a block of stone or other similar material used in architecture and sculpture, especially one carved into a monument in ancient times.

### monolithic
*adjective · IPA /ˌmɒn.əˈlɪθ.ɪk/ · frequency rank #29,002*
Of or resembling a monolith.

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