Spectacular: meaning, definitions and examples

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spectacular

[ spekˈtækjʊlər ]

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event description

Beautiful in a dramatic and eye-catching way.

Synonyms

amazing, breathtaking, impressive, stunning

Examples of usage

The fireworks display was truly spectacular.
The view from the top of the mountain was spectacular.

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performance review

Impressively great or large.

Synonyms

exceptional, extraordinary, outstanding, remarkable

Examples of usage

The singer gave a spectacular performance.
The team achieved a spectacular victory.

Translations

Translations of the word "spectacular" in other languages:

🇵🇹 espetacular

🇮🇳 शानदार

🇩🇪 spektakulär

🇮🇩 spektakuler

🇺🇦 вражаючий

🇵🇱 spektakularny

🇯🇵 壮観な

🇫🇷 spectaculaire

🇪🇸 espectacular

🇹🇷 muhteşem

🇰🇷 장관의

🇸🇦 رائع

🇨🇿 spektakulární

🇸🇰 spektakulárny

🇨🇳 壮观的

🇸🇮 spektakularen

🇮🇸 stórkostlegur

🇰🇿 керемет

🇬🇪 შთამბეჭდავი

🇦🇿 mühtəşəm

🇲🇽 espectacular

Word origin

The word 'spectacular' originated from the late 17th century, derived from the modern Latin word 'spectacularis' meaning 'of or like a show.' It has been used to describe impressive or grand events, performances, or sights that capture attention and admiration.