Formidable (en. Remarkable)

/formidable/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
That is impressive or extraordinary in a particular aspect.
The artist's performance was formidable.
La actuación del artista fue formidable.
That causes respect or admiration due to its importance.
The challenge he faced was formidable.
El desafío que enfrentó fue formidable.
Very awesome or incredibly large.
The monumental building has a formidable beauty.
El monumental edificio es de una belleza formidable.

Etymology

From Latin 'formidabilis', meaning 'that can inspire fear'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

it's a formidable problem
it's a difficult problem to solve.
es un formidable problema
a formidable rival
a very strong competitor.
un formidable rival

Related Words

formidability
Quality of being formidable.
formidabilidad
formidable
That has notable characteristics of form and appearance.
formiduloso

Slang Meanings

Incredible, surprising.
That movie was formidable.
Esa película estuvo formidable.
Very good, impressive.
The party was formidable.
La fiesta fue formidable.