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awesome

adjective

Find the meaning of the word awesome, plus dictionary definition, pronunciation, thesaurus-style synonyms, antonyms, and related vocabulary.

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Meaning

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Extremely impressive, inspiring awe or admiration; also slang for 'very cool'

Example Sentence

The view from the mountaintop at sunrise was so awesome that we forgot the early-morning climb.

Usage Note

Use 'awesome' to praise something that excites or impresses you, but avoid it in formal writing where 'remarkable' or 'impressive' sounds better.