English · Word Candidate

breathtaking

/ˈbɹɛθˌteɪ.kɪŋ/

Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.

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Meaning · English

stunningly beautiful; amazing

Adjective

He went to the Grand Canyon and spent a week taking in the breathtaking scenery all around him.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Meaning · English

Very surprising or shocking; to such a degree as to cause astonishment.

Adjective

breathtaking stupidity or rudeness

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

What does “breathtaking” mean?

stunningly beautiful; amazing

Is “breathtaking” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.

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