Word info

Lovecraftian

Adjective

Meaning

Frighteningly monstrous and otherworldly, sometimes with terrifyingly unnatural anatomy.

Of, pertaining to, or emulating the style or works of author H. P. Lovecraft (1890–1937).
Lovecraftian horror
Lovecraftian fiction

Source: en.wiktionary.org

Examples

As Dr. Banner is alerted of that and other Lovecraftian monsters in Arizona, he’s reminded that no other heroes are available to address the situation, thus forcing Hulk and his team to address it themselves. Source: Internet

And it must be remembered that an occasional Lovecraftian hero does manage to overcome the odds, e.g., in "The Horror in the Museum", "The Shunned House", and 'The Case of Charles Dexter Ward'. Source: Internet

This novel features sorcerers who become destroyed by forbidden knowledge and takes place in the Warhammer 40,000 setting, itself utilizing Lovecraftian themes. Source: Internet

With Lovecraftian suspense, beautiful imagery, and a wholly unique premise, I was completely absorbed and so terrified that I had to read it in broad daylight. Source: Internet

Despite this importance, the cosmic, existential threats of Lovecraftian horror have struggled to gain a strong following within mainstream culture the same way slashers and ghost stories have. Source: Internet

For those who want to put a Lovecraftian spin on Christmas, Icewind Dale makes just about the perfect location. Source: Internet

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