breathtaking

[ˈbreθ.teɪ.kɪŋ]

breathtaking Definition

• 1. causing great admiration or astonishment
• 2. very beautiful or stunning

Using breathtaking: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "breathtaking" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The view from the top of the mountain was breathtaking.

• Example

  The performance was absolutely breathtaking.

• Example

  The sunset was so breathtaking that I couldn't look away.

breathtaking Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for breathtaking

• amazing
• stunning
• astonishing
• impressive
• awe-inspiring

Antonyms for breathtaking

• unimpressive
• ordinary
• unremarkable

Phrases with breathtaking

• take someone's breath away

  to cause someone to feel surprised or amazed

  Example

  The beauty of the landscape took my breath away.

• breathtakingly beautiful

  extremely beautiful

  Example

  The bride looked breathtakingly beautiful in her wedding dress.

• breathtaking speed

  extremely fast speed

  Example

  The car was traveling at breathtaking speed down the highway.

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Summary: breathtaking in Brief

'Breathtaking' [ˈbreθ.teɪ.kɪŋ] is an adjective used to describe something that causes great admiration or astonishment, or is very beautiful or stunning. It can be used to describe a view, a performance, or any other thing that leaves one feeling amazed. Phrases like 'take someone's breath away' and 'breathtakingly beautiful' are commonly used to describe such things.