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breathtaking Synonyms

Another word for breathtaking

Choosing another word for breathtaking depends on context, so the 16 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Astonishing or awe-inspiring in quality, beauty, or scale, so as to take one's breath away.

Usage Example

"From the summit of the mountain, hikers are rewarded with a stunning view of the alpine valley below."

Strongest
stunning
spectacular
awe-inspiring
magnificent
astonishing
astounding
Strong
dazzling
splendid
majestic
striking

• adjective (Context 2)

Shocking or extreme in degree, audacity, or speed (often used of negative qualities such as arrogance, incompetence, or recklessness).

Usage Example

"The report exposed a staggering level of negligence in the company's safety protocols."

Strongest
staggering
astounding
shocking
Strong
stupefying
mind-boggling
jaw-dropping
extraordinary

Opposites of breathtaking

The opposite of breathtaking shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

unimpressive
unremarkable
mundane
ordinary
moderate
humdrum
commonplace
mild
See all opposites of breathtaking

• Nearby Words

breathless
breathlessly
breathlessness
breathtaking
breathtakingly
breathy
breech

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Breathtaking. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/breathtaking
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