Definition of spectacular

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  • spectacular is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 17
  • spectacular is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 17
  • spectacular is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 22

Definition of spectacular

  • sensational in appearance or thrilling in effect (adjective)

    Examples

    1. a spectacular display of northern lights
    2. it was a spectacular play

    Synonyms

    1. dramatic
    2. striking
  • having a quality that thrusts itself into attention (adjective)

    Examples

    1. a spectacular rise in prices

    Synonyms

    1. outstanding
    2. prominent
    3. salient
    4. striking
  • a lavishly produced performance (noun)

    Examples

    1. they put on a Christmas spectacular
  • characteristic of spectacles or drama (adjective)

    Examples

    1. spectacular dives from the cliff

See definition of spectacular in Merriam Webster