spec·tac·u·lar
spek-ˈta-kyə-lər 
spək-
: of, relating to, or being a spectacle : striking, sensational
a spectacular display of fireworks
spectacularly
adverb
: something that is spectacular
especially
: an elaborate film, television, or theatrical production
Synonyms
Examples of spectacular in a Sentence
Adjective
a spectacular play in a football game
The autumn foliage was spectacular.
Noun
the larger-than-life spectaculars that make Las Vegas attractive to people with little interest in gambling
Recent Examples on the Web
Joseph Dycus, The Mercury News, 14 Apr. 2024
And though Carey, 55, is no stranger to performing residencies in the Nevada city, her latest spectacular show was a definite crowd pleaser.
—Mark Gray, Peoplemag, 13 Apr. 2024
Alonso’s team will, over the next few weeks, exorcise those ghosts in fairly spectacular fashion.
—Christopher F. Schuetze, New York Times, 13 Apr. 2024
Following Monday's spectacular eclipse, severe thunderstorms broke out across Texas shortly after the totality ended.
—Kathryn Prociv, NBC News, 9 Apr. 2024
On the sprawling roof, guests enjoy a spectacular view of the old 1920s buildings of Hollywood with their vintage neon signs, the Hollywood sign nestled in the hills, and that mid-century masterpiece, the Capitol Records building.
—Sunset Magazine, 8 Apr. 2024
As clouds obscured the eclipse in some areas of the Midwest, passengers on the Alaska Airlines flights were treated to a spectacular sky show and a festive atmosphere.
—K.c. Alfred, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Apr. 2024
Located on the rooftop of the Peninsula’s central building, the dining room serves Turk-Asian cuisine by renowned Turkish chef Fatih Tutak as well as spectacular views of the old city across the Bosphorus.
—Victoria Gomelsky, Robb Report, 7 Apr. 2024
The sun’s corona, which is usually impossible to see creates a spectacular view.
—Defne Karabatur, Los Angeles Times, 6 Apr. 2024
Brady MacDonald, Orange County Register, 25 Mar. 2024
Rumor has it that Disney will add drone shows to the nighttime spectaculars at its Anaheim theme parks, similar to those featured at Disneyland Paris.
—Gideon Kimbrell, Rolling Stone, 13 Mar. 2024
This is Halpin’s second rodeo at the NFL spectacular.
—Bryan West, USA TODAY, 13 Feb. 2024
But, in fact, her 007 spectacular garnered more publicity than Katharine could have ever imagined because of a certain Downing Street publicity moment.
—Alice Newbold, Vogue, 18 Feb. 2024
Parades, nighttime spectaculars and character greetings may be temporarily canceled or modified.
—Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 30 Jan. 2024
Gaylord Palms, Kissimmee, Florida Every year, the family resort Gaylord Palms puts on an over-the-top holiday spectacular called ICE!
—Elizabeth Rhodes, Travel + Leisure, 3 Nov. 2023
Saweetie, whose nails are on display in a glass case in the entry room of the exhibit, was on hand at the preview, marveling at the aural spectacular.
—Steven J. Horowitz, Variety, 6 Oct. 2023
White Castle: Leading up to the spooky spectacular, the burger spot is conjuring up some deals.
—Sabrina Weiss, Peoplemag, 15 Oct. 2023
Adjective
The offense was spectacular for SMC, but solid tacklers such as Cathal Coakley, John Wilson, Nate Deegan and Matthew Abbes helped force turnovers, something Gael coach Tim O’Brien credited with turning the game in the team’s favor.
—Joseph Dycus, The Mercury News, 14 Apr. 2024
And though Carey, 55, is no stranger to performing residencies in the Nevada city, her latest spectacular show was a definite crowd pleaser.
—Mark Gray, Peoplemag, 13 Apr. 2024
Alonso’s team will, over the next few weeks, exorcise those ghosts in fairly spectacular fashion.
—Christopher F. Schuetze, New York Times, 13 Apr. 2024
Following Monday's spectacular eclipse, severe thunderstorms broke out across Texas shortly after the totality ended.
—Kathryn Prociv, NBC News, 9 Apr. 2024
On the sprawling roof, guests enjoy a spectacular view of the old 1920s buildings of Hollywood with their vintage neon signs, the Hollywood sign nestled in the hills, and that mid-century masterpiece, the Capitol Records building.
—Sunset Magazine, 8 Apr. 2024
As clouds obscured the eclipse in some areas of the Midwest, passengers on the Alaska Airlines flights were treated to a spectacular sky show and a festive atmosphere.
—K.c. Alfred, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Apr. 2024
Located on the rooftop of the Peninsula’s central building, the dining room serves Turk-Asian cuisine by renowned Turkish chef Fatih Tutak as well as spectacular views of the old city across the Bosphorus.
—Victoria Gomelsky, Robb Report, 7 Apr. 2024
The sun’s corona, which is usually impossible to see creates a spectacular view.
—Defne Karabatur, Los Angeles Times, 6 Apr. 2024
Noun
The nighttime spectacular’s backstory recounts how friendships unfold in Pixar films — from first encounters and forging bonds to adventures and adversities.
—Brady MacDonald, Orange County Register, 25 Mar. 2024
Rumor has it that Disney will add drone shows to the nighttime spectaculars at its Anaheim theme parks, similar to those featured at Disneyland Paris.
—Gideon Kimbrell, Rolling Stone, 13 Mar. 2024
This is Halpin’s second rodeo at the NFL spectacular.
—Bryan West, USA TODAY, 13 Feb. 2024
But, in fact, her 007 spectacular garnered more publicity than Katharine could have ever imagined because of a certain Downing Street publicity moment.
—Alice Newbold, Vogue, 18 Feb. 2024
Parades, nighttime spectaculars and character greetings may be temporarily canceled or modified.
—Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 30 Jan. 2024
Gaylord Palms, Kissimmee, Florida Every year, the family resort Gaylord Palms puts on an over-the-top holiday spectacular called ICE!
—Elizabeth Rhodes, Travel + Leisure, 3 Nov. 2023
Saweetie, whose nails are on display in a glass case in the entry room of the exhibit, was on hand at the preview, marveling at the aural spectacular.
—Steven J. Horowitz, Variety, 6 Oct. 2023
White Castle: Leading up to the spooky spectacular, the burger spot is conjuring up some deals.
—Sabrina Weiss, Peoplemag, 15 Oct. 2023
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“Spectacular.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/spectacular. Accessed 24 Apr. 2024.
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