Phénoménal
Example: Son talent phénoménal a impressionné tous les experts présents.
Definition
"Phénoménal" describes something extraordinary or remarkable in a way that impresses or amazes people, often due to its exceptional quality or scale. For example, a "phénoménal" talent is one that stands out significantly and captivates everyone's attention.
Etymology
The word "phénoménal" comes from the French adaptation of the Greek word 'phainomenon,' meaning 'appearance' or 'phenomenon.' It entered French through Latin 'phaenomenon,' referring to something remarkable or observable. Did you know? The term originally referred to observable events, but now it highlights extraordinary qualities.
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"Phénoménal" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (C2) - set 1", containing 95 commonly used words.
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