What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
amazing
Example
The view from the top of the mountain was amazing. [amazing: adjective]
Example
It's amazing how much progress you've made in such a short time. [amazing: adjective]
Example
She is an amazing singer. [amazing: adjective]
incredible
Example
It's incredible that he survived the accident. [incredible: adjective]
Example
The fireworks display was incredible. [incredible: adjective]
Example
She has an incredible talent for painting. [incredible: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Amazing is more commonly used than incredible in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between amazing and incredible?
Both amazing and incredible are versatile words that can be used in various formality levels, but incredible may be perceived as slightly more formal due to its Latin origin.
