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- DictionarySpec·ta·cle/ˈspektək(ə)l/
noun
- 1. a visually striking performance or display: "the acrobatic feats make a good spectacle"
a public event or show that is exciting to watch: The carnival was a magnificent spectacle. The television show was mere spectacle (= had an exciting appearance, but little value). SMART Vocabulary: related words and phrases. Spectacles & performances.
2 [countable] a sight or view that is very impressive to look at The sunset was a stunning spectacle. 3 [ singular ] an unusual or surprising sight or situation that attracts a lot of attention I remember the sad spectacle of her standing in her wedding dress, covered in mud.
Definitions of spectacle. noun. something or someone seen (especially a notable or unusual sight) see more. noun. an elaborate and remarkable display on a lavish scale. see more. noun. a blunder that makes you look ridiculous; used in the phrase `make a spectacle of' yourself.
make a spectacle of yourself. to draw attention to yourself by behaving or dressing in a silly way in public. Definition of spectacle noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
noun. anything presented to the sight or view, especially something of a striking or impressive kind: The stars make a fine spectacle tonight. a public show or display, especially on a large scale: The coronation was a lavish spectacle. spectacles. eyeglasses, especially with pieces passing over or around the ears for holding them in place.
4 days ago · something to look at, esp. some strange or remarkable sight; unusual display. 2. a public show or exhibition on a grand scale. 3. [pl.]; OLD-FASHIONED. a pair of eyeglasses. 4. [usually pl.] something like a pair of eyeglasses in shape, use, etc. Idioms: make a spectacle of oneself.
Spectacle Definition. spĕktə-kəl. spectacles. Meanings. Synonyms. Sentences. Definition Source. Word Forms. Origin. Noun. Idiom. Filter. noun. Something to look at, esp. some strange or remarkable sight; unusual display. Webster's New World. Similar definitions. A public show or exhibition on a grand scale. Webster's New World. Similar definitions.
