Meaning & Definition of word "Phenomenal"

Phenomenal

/fəˈnɪmənəl/

adjective:

  • 1. Remarkable or extraordinary; exceptional.
    • Example: Her phenomenal talent for music earned her a scholarship to a prestigious conservatory.
  • 2. Existing in or relating to phenomena; observable or perceptible.
    • Example: The scientist made a phenomenal discovery that changed our understanding of the universe.
  • 3. Very impressive or outstanding.
    • Example: The team's phenomenal performance in the championship game left the audience in awe.

Etymology

From late Latin 'phaenomenon' meaning 'that which appears'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

phenomenal growth:

Significant or impressive increase in size, number, or degree.

phenomenal success:

An extraordinary level of achievement or accomplishment.

phenomenal job:

A job that is exceptionally well done.

Related Words

phenomenon:

An observable fact or event.

phenomenology:

The study of phenomena and their experiences.

phenomenalism:

A philosophical theory that physical objects do not exist independently of our perception of them.

Slang Meanings of phenomenal

Meaning: Mind-blowing

Example Sentence: That concert was mind-blowing; it was phenomenal!

Meaning: Out of this world

Example Sentence: The food at that restaurant is out of this world, simply phenomenal.