breathtaking

adjective

ˈbreth-ˌtā-kiŋ How to pronounce breathtaking (audio)
Definition of breathtakingnext
as in exciting
causing great emotional or mental stimulation a truly breathtaking view of the majestic waterfall

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Recent Examples of breathtaking But if the service wasn't exactly breathtaking, the views from the restaurant were. — John Ramos, CBS News, 16 Aug. 2026 Chloe Webb’s performance as Nancy Spungen, the junkie girlfriend who Sid probably murdered (the role of Nancy was originally supposed to go to Courtney Love), is breathtaking in the nakedness of its emotion. — Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 15 Aug. 2026 Data center projects have been shrouded in secrecy and marked by breathtaking indifference to residents’ concerns. — Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 13 Aug. 2026 Picture show Millions of people across Europe flocked outside yesterday to catch a breathtaking sunset paired with a solar eclipse. — Brittney Melton, NPR, 13 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for breathtaking
Recent Examples of Synonyms for breathtaking
  1. exciting
  2. thrilling
  3. interesting
  4. intriguing
  5. inspiring
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  • May 19 Just three months before her death, Panettiere releases her candid memoir detailing the progression of a once-exciting, new relationship that quickly escalated into years of domestic violence.
    — Julianna Bragg, CNN Money, 22 Aug. 2026
  • Romero holds a 17-2 record with 13 KOs, while Lopez stands at 22-2 with 13 KOs, promising an exciting clash.
    — Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2026
Definition of exciting
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  • Off the slopes, Woolly’s Adventure Summit is a year-round, family-friendly base camp with thrilling activities such as a mountain coaster, zip lining, and tubing.
    — Sharael Kolberg, Travel + Leisure, 18 Aug. 2026
  • The Fifth Element is a stunning combo of thrilling action, thoughtful ideas, madcap performances, and literally awesome set design.
    — Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of thrilling
Adjective
  • The angled sides create a visually interesting silhouette, while the glass front distinguishes it from a mere box of wood.
    — Evan Russum, Architectural Digest, 22 Aug. 2026
  • Classic notes are also growing up this season—tonka is vanilla’s more interesting older sister, able to shift from woody to dry to nutty, depending on the present company.
    — Loren Savini, Allure, 22 Aug. 2026
Definition of interesting
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  • However, the aliens’ secondary revelation is far more intriguing.
    — Siddhant Adlakha, Vulture, 24 Aug. 2026
  • The intriguing subplot is whether CBS will try to void the final four years (and $72 million) of Romo’s regrettable 10-year, $180 million deal by citing a moral clause that is standard in broadcast contracts.
    — Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 24 Aug. 2026
Definition of intriguing
Adjective
  • When employees see their peers building helpful agents and getting recognized for it, the technology becomes approachable and inspiring.
    — Karen Dahut, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Wilson’s sport-captivating 111-yard, two-touchdown debut against Texas is certainly inspiring.
    — Noah White, Miami Herald, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of inspiring

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“Breathtaking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/breathtaking. Accessed 25 Aug. 2026.

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