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单词 breathtaking
释义

breathtaking

adjective

breath·​tak·​ing ˈbreth-ˌtā-kiŋ How to pronounce breathtaking (audio)
1
: causing one to breathe rapidly or with difficulty : making one out of breath
a breathtaking pain in her side
2
a
: exciting, thrilling
a breathtaking race
b
: very great : astonishing
his breathtaking ignorance
breathtakingly
ˈbreth-ˌtā-kiŋ-lē How to pronounce breathtaking (audio)
adverb

Synonyms

  • charged
  • electric
  • electrifying
  • exciting
  • exhilarating
  • exhilarative
  • galvanic
  • galvanizing
  • hair-raising
  • heart-stopping
  • inspiring
  • intoxicating
  • kicky
  • mind-bending
  • mind-blowing
  • mind-boggling
  • rip-roaring
  • rousing
  • stimulating
  • stirring
  • thrilling
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Example Sentences

The train raced past with breathtaking speed. They gave a breathtaking performance. The view of the mountains was breathtaking. a scene of breathtaking beauty The scope of the error is breathtaking.
Recent Examples on the Web The Sacred Valley of the Incas in Peru is quite simply one of the most breathtaking places in the world. Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 5 May 2022 The home features a stunning infinity pool with the most breathtaking views. Isis Briones, House Beautiful, 29 July 2022 The Big Stomp takes place at one of the most breathtaking venues in Kentucky, on private land near the Parklands of Floyds Fork. Kirby Adams, The Courier-Journal, 15 June 2022 That is to say, the one that belongs to you and your family is undoubtedly the most breathtaking, irresistible creature in the lot! Alesandra Dubin, Good Housekeeping, 20 May 2022 Esalen, Big Sur Make your next hot springs soak a luxurious one by booking a stay at Esalen, one of the most breathtaking properties along the California coast. Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 10 May 2022 The obvious incongruity between the lifespans of our own intelligent species and the age of the cosmos itself is both breathtaking and somewhat of a conundrum. Bruce Dorminey, Forbes, 18 Apr. 2022 Ostenfeld’s National Geographic-style film should be easily accommodated by a mainstream documentary distributor or major streaming service, though home viewing may slightly shrink the impact of its most breathtaking ice-exploring footage. Guy Lodge, Variety, 23 Mar. 2022 Even amidst the most breathtaking earthly scenery of the Grand Canyon, the night sky stole the show. Dean Regas, The Enquirer, 26 Jan. 2022 See More

Word History

First Known Use

1840, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

breathtaking

adjective

breath·​tak·​ing ˈbreth-ˌtā-kiŋ How to pronounce breathtaking (audio)
: very exciting or beautiful

breathtaking

adjective

as in exciting
causing great emotional or mental stimulation a truly breathtaking view of the majestic waterfall

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • exciting
  • thrilling
  • intriguing
  • interesting
  • inspiring
  • exhilarating
  • intoxicating
  • electrifying
  • mind-blowing
  • gripping
  • mind-boggling
  • fascinating
  • provocative
  • electric
  • heart-stopping
  • mind-bending
  • galvanizing
  • exhilarative
  • enchanting
  • riveting
  • galvanic
  • rip-roaring
  • tantalizing
  • rousing
  • absorbing
  • hair-raising
  • enthralling
  • engrossing
  • kicky
  • spellbinding
  • stimulating
  • stirring
  • lively
  • moving
  • arresting
  • touching
  • charged
  • poignant
  • titillating
  • dynamic
  • energetic
  • kinetic
  • high-voltage
  • lusty

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • unexciting
  • tedious
  • boring
  • tiresome
  • uninteresting
  • mind-numbing
  • dull
  • monotonous
  • dreary
  • humdrum
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