Synonyms for

Spectacular

Verb / speˈktækjʌlɜ: / Another word for spectacular — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Something that is very impressive or amazing to see.

Synonyms & similar words

dramatic striking salient prominent outstanding amazing astonishing breathtaking dazzling epic exciting fantastic glorious grand impressive incredible magnificent marvelous phenomenal remarkable stunning superb surprising thrilling wonderful

Synonyms by register

Formal

remarkable striking impressive outstanding

Informal

amazing awesome incredible fantastic mind-blowing

Literary

resplendent wondrous magnificent

Antonyms

ordinary unimpressive dull mundane commonplace unremarkable mediocre

Common collocations

  • spectacular view
  • spectacular performance
  • spectacular success
  • spectacular failure
  • spectacular display
  • spectacular accident
  • spectacular goal

Word family

noun spectacle
adverb spectacularly

Usage note

Often used to describe something visually impressive or dramatic. Can sometimes be overused, leading to a loss of impact.

Example sentences

  1. The acrobats put on a spectacular show.
  2. The sunset was spectacular.
  3. The roller coaster ride was spectacular.
  4. The fireworks display was spectacular.
  5. The magician's trick was spectacular.

Quotes

  • The view was so spectacular that it took my breath away.
  • Every sunset is spectacular, every day is to be thankful for.
  • I never knew sunsets were so spectacular until I saw one with you.

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