spectacular — very impressive, remarkable, or dramatic
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: very impressive, remarkable, or dramatic
Pronunciation (IPA): /spɛkˈtækjələr/
Korean meaning: 인상적인, 장관인, 극적인
Korean pronunciation: 스펙**택**큘러
Example Sentences
- My cooking skills are so spectacular that even the smoke alarm cheers for me.
- The mountain sunrise was absolutely spectacular.
- His spectacular attempt to impress his date by ordering in French backfired when he accidentally asked for a plate of soap.
spectacular
ADJECTIVE//spɛkˈtækjələr//
very impressive, remarkable, or dramatic
The crowd falls silent — the view is simply spectacular.
One particular moment makes it spectacular!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'spectaculum' meaning 'a sight or show', derived from 'spectare' (to watch or behold). The word entered English in the 17th century through French influence.
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📝Examples
“My cooking skills are so spectacular that even the smoke alarm cheers for me.”
“The mountain sunrise was absolutely spectacular.”
“His spectacular attempt to impress his date by ordering in French backfired when he accidentally asked for a plate of soap.”
“The new stadium offers spectacular views of the city skyline.”
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