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- DictionarySpec·tac·u·lar/spekˈtakyələr/
adjective
- 1. beautiful in a dramatic and eye-catching way: "spectacular mountain scenery"
noun
- 1. an event such as a pageant or musical, produced on a large scale and with striking effects: "French history was represented in a spectacular for tourists"
The meaning of SPECTACULAR is of, relating to, or being a spectacle : striking, sensational. How to use spectacular in a sentence.
Synonyms for SPECTACULAR: extravagant, flamboyant, showy, gaudy, swanky, tawdry, glitzy, splashy; Antonyms of SPECTACULAR: severe, plain, stark, unadorned, austere, naked, simple, modest.
B1. very exciting to look at: a spectacular view. He scored a spectacular goal in the second half. There was a spectacular sunset last night. B1. especially great: We've had spectacular success with the product. Fewer examples. The Olympics climaxed in a spectacular closing ceremony.
If something is spectacular, it seems like a rare feat, a real stop-and-stare moment. That's why it can also be associated with drama, or making a spectacle or scene, like a spectacular argument you witness out on the street.
of or like a spectacle; marked by or given to an impressive, large-scale display. dramatically daring or thrilling: a spectacular dive from a cliff. Synonyms: breathtaking, dramatic, hair-raising.
1. of or resembling a spectacle; impressive, grand, or dramatic. 2. unusually marked or great: a spectacular increase in spending. n. (Theatre) a lavishly produced performance. specˈtacularly adv.
1. of or like a spectacle; marked by or given to an impressive, large-scale display. 2. dramatically daring or thrilling. a spectacular dive from a cliff. noun. 3. a single television production featuring well-known performers and characterized by elaborate sets, costumes, staging, etc.
Relating to or designating a catch taken while leaping high in the air, esp. (in later use) by pushing off the back and shoulders of another player. Now usually in spectacular mark. Cf. speccy n. The fastness of the game, the fine spectacular marking and the long kicking delighted the spectators.
When something is described as spectacular, it means that it elicits a strong sense of admiration, wonder, or amazement due to its remarkable qualities or extraordinary display.
Spectacular definition: Of the nature of a spectacle; impressive or sensational.
