Spectacular
/spɛkˈtækjʊlə/
Definitions
Dramatic, impressive, and often unexpected or eye-catching.
/spɛkˈtækjʊlə/
Impressive and amazing
The sunset over the ocean was spectacular.
💡 Simply: Think of something that's super amazing and makes you say 'Wow!' like a fantastic view or a really cool performance. Example: The acrobats put on a spectacular show.
👶 For kids: Something spectacular is like a super awesome and amazing thing that makes you say 'Wow!'
More Examples
The ballet performance was truly spectacular.
The castle's architecture was a spectacular sight to behold.
How It's Used
"The fireworks display was spectacular."
"The view from the mountaintop was spectacular."
"The costumes in the play were spectacular."
Synonyms
Idioms & expressions
Spectacular failure
A failure that is very noticeable and complete.
"The company's attempt to launch the product resulted in a spectacular failure, costing them millions of dollars."
Spectacular success
A success that is very noticeable and complete.
"The company's new product launch was a spectacular success."
From Latin *spectaculum* ('a show, spectacle'), from *spectare* ('to watch, observe'), from *specere* ('to look at'). It entered English in the 16th century.
Used since the 16th century, initially to describe things related to spectacles or shows, then gradually broadened to include anything impressive or striking.
Memory tip
Imagine a SPECTACULAR light show – it's all about wowing you with its visual impact!