monolithically

In unified fashion

In a monolithic manner—as a single, unified, undifferentiated mass.

The term appears most often in computing, where a monolithically designed system integrates all components into one inseparable whole rather than separate modules: The kernel was monolithically compiled.

More broadly, it describes anything operating as an undivided block: The party voted monolithically.

unified

seamlessly

Without noticeable transitions

undifferentiated · integrally · wholly · entirely · singularly · uniformly · collectively · consolidated · amalgamated · inseparably

architecturally

block-like

Resembling a rectangular solid

hewn · carved · sculpted · granite · basalt · weathered · ancient · prehistoric · Stonehenge · dolmen

rigidly

inflexibly

In an unyielding way

unwaveringly · steadfastly · fixedly · unyieldingly · stubbornly · obstinately · unbendingly · persistently · consistently · uncompromisingly

massively

imposingly

In an awe-inspiring manner

towering · looming · overwhelmingly · formidably · staggeringly · monumentally · impressively · commandingly · dauntingly · forbiddingly

Opposites
structural unity

monolithicallypiecemeal

In separate stages

fragmentarily · modularly · in pieces · incrementally · segmentally

uniformity vs. diversity

monolithicallyheterogeneously

In varied, mixed fashion

diversely · variously · pluralistically · eclectically · disparately

flexibility/adaptability

monolithicallymodularly

In separable units

flexibly · adaptably · dynamically · responsively · elastically

Family

monolith, monolithic, lithograph, megalith, megaliths, lithography, neolithic, lithic, megalithic

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