monolitikus

Monolitikus is an adjective used in Hungarian to describe something that is formed from a single block or piece, or that conveys a sense of unity and indivisibility. It can refer to physical objects as well as abstract ideas or systems.

Etymology and usage: The term derives from the Greek monolithos meaning “single stone,” through Latin monolithus, and has cognates in several languages. The English equivalent is monolithic, and in technical contexts the two terms are often used interchangeably after translation.

In architecture and sculpture, monolitikus describes structures carved from one block of material or designed as a single, indivisible unit. Monolithic forms emphasize mass and continuity, with minimal joints or seams, and are associated with large-scale, cohesive construction.

In geology, the term describes rock formations or blocks that constitute a single, undivided mass. Such formations are valued for their durability and uniform composition, and the concept is used to distinguish monolithic blocks from composite or layered structures.

In computing and software engineering, monolithic (often translated as monolitikus) refers to an application whose components are interconnected and deployed as a single unit. This contrasts with modular or microservices architectures, where functionality is divided into separate, independently deployable parts.

Overall, monolitikus denotes unity of form or structure, whether in physical objects, natural formations, or organizational and technological systems. See also monolith, monolithic architecture, and monolithic software.