spectacle

noun
UK: /ˈspektəkəl/
US: /ˈspektəkəl/

  1. A visually impressive or remarkable display.

    1. The sunset was a beautiful spectacle.
    2. The fireworks provided a dazzling spectacle for the whole town to enjoy.

  2. A public show or performance, often on a large scale.

    1. The circus was quite a spectacle.
    2. The parade became a political spectacle, with protesters lining the streets.

  3. Something that attracts attention because it is unusual or shocking.

    1. His outburst created a spectacle.
    2. The trial turned into a media spectacle, with every detail dissected publicly.

Synonyms

wonder parade sight scene marvel exhibition show display pageant
spectacle verb

  1. To present to view; to exhibit as a show.

    1. They will spectacle their latest technology.
    2. The museum aims to spectacle the cultural artifacts in an interactive way.
spectacle adjective

  1. Remarkably impressive; serving as a spectacle.

    1. It was a spectacle achievement.
    2. A spectacle display of athleticism amazed the crowd during the competition.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "spectacle" in English means: A visually impressive or remarkable display., A public show or performance, often on a large scale., Something that attracts attention because it is unusual or shocking..

The phonetic transcription of "spectacle" is /ˈspektəkəl/ in British English and /ˈspektəkəl/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "spectacle": wonder, parade, sight, scene, marvel, exhibition, show, display, pageant.

Example usage of "spectacle": "The sunset was a beautiful spectacle.". More examples on the page.