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noun
- 1. a visually striking performance or display: "the acrobatic feats make a good spectacle" Similar
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SPECTACLE definition: 1. an unusual or unexpected event or situation that attracts attention, interest, or disapproval…. Learn more.
1. a. : something exhibited to view as unusual, notable, or entertaining. especially : an eye-catching or dramatic public display. b. : an object of curiosity or contempt. made a spectacle of herself. 2. spectacles ˈspek-ti-kəlz. also -ˌti-kəlz. plural : a device used to correct defects of vision : glasses. 3.
a public event or show that is exciting to watch: The carnival was a magnificent spectacle. The television show was mere spectacle (= had an exciting appearance, but little value). SMART Vocabulary: related words and phrases.
A spectacle is something you can't believe you are seeing. Get on top of your desk at work in your underpants while playing the kazoo and you're making a spectacle of yourself.
A spectacle is a strange or interesting sight. It was a spectacle not to be missed. 3. variable noun. A spectacle is a grand and impressive event or performance. 94,000 people turned up for the spectacle. ...a director passionate about music and spectacle.
Definition of spectacle noun in Oxford Advanced American Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
spectacle. (ˈspɛktəkəl) n. 1. a public display or performance, esp a showy or ceremonial one. 2. a thing or person seen, esp an unusual or ridiculous one: he makes a spectacle of himself. 3. a strange or interesting object or phenomenon. 4. (modifier) of or relating to spectacles: a spectacle case.
anything presented to the sight or view, especially something of a striking or impressive kind: The stars make a fine spectacle tonight. Synonyms: show, sight, wonder, marvel. a public show or display, especially on a large scale: The coronation was a lavish spectacle.
SPECTACLE meaning: 1 : a very impressive show; 2 : something that attracts attention because it is very unusual or very shocking usually singular.
What does the noun spectacle mean? There are 20 meanings listed in OED's entry for the noun spectacle, four of which are labelled obsolete. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence. spectacle has developed meanings and uses in subjects including.
