Synonyms for
Breathtaking
Definition
causing great emotional or physical reactions, such as wonder, excitement, or admiration
Synonyms & similar words
Synonyms by register
Informal
Antonyms
Common collocations
- breathtaking view
- breathtaking scenery
- breathtaking beauty
- breathtaking moment
- breathtaking performance
- breathtaking landscape
- breathtaking speed
Word family
adjective breathtaking
adverb breathtakingly
Usage note
Breathtaking is an adjective used to describe something extremely impressive or beautiful, often to the point of causing one to pause. It is generally used in a positive and enthusiastic manner.
Example sentences
- The sunset over the ocean was breathtaking.
- The rollercoaster ride was breathtaking and made me scream with joy.
- The fireworks display was breathtaking and lit up the entire sky.
- The ballet performance was breathtaking and left the audience in awe.
- The mountain scenery was breathtaking and I couldn't stop taking pictures.
Quotes
The world is full of magical things patiently waiting for our wits to grow sharper. - Bertrand Russell
The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched - they must be felt with the heart. - Helen Keller
The creation of a thousand forests is in one acorn. - Ralph Waldo Emerson