juggernaut
4 synonyms for juggernaut, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A huge, unstoppable force, organization, or object that crushes everything in its way.
Synonyms
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How to use juggernaut
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
corporate juggernaut
media juggernaut
Etymology
From Jagannath, a title of the Hindu deity Krishna. The word entered English through witnesses to the Rath Yatra festival in Puri, India, where a massive wagon carrying an idol of Jagannath was pulled through the streets by huge crowds, appearing unstoppable once in motion.
Full origin of juggernaut →Frequently asked questions
What does “juggernaut” mean?
The word “juggernaut” means a huge, unstoppable force, organization, or object that crushes everything in its way. In plain terms, something so large and powerful that it can't be stopped, or (in British English) a giant lorry.
How do you pronounce “juggernaut”?
“Juggernaut” is pronounced JUHG-uh-nawt (/ˈd͡ʒʌɡ.ɚ.nɔt/ in IPA).
How do you use “juggernaut” in a sentence?
Here is “juggernaut” used in a sentence: “The company grew into a corporate juggernaut within a decade.”
What part of speech is “juggernaut”?
“Juggernaut” is a noun.
How many meanings does “juggernaut” have?
“Juggernaut” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a huge, unstoppable force, organization, or object that crushes everything in its way.
