English · Word Candidate

spectacle

/ˈspɛktəkl̩/

Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.

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Meaning · English

An exciting or extraordinary scene, exhibition, performance etc.

Noun

The horse race was a thrilling spectacle.

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

An embarrassing or unedifying scene or situation.

Noun

He made a spectacle out of himself.

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 “spectacle” mean?

An exciting or extraordinary scene, exhibition, performance etc.

Is “spectacle” formal or informal?

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

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