phenomenal

[fi-nom-uh-nl]

adjective

1. highly extraordinary or prodigious; exceptional.

   phenomenal speed.

   Synonyms: unprecedented, surpassing, outstanding, uncommon

2. of or relating to phenomena.

3. of the nature of a phenomenon; cognizable by the senses.

phenomenal

/ fɪˈnɒmɪnəl /

adjective

1. of or relating to a phenomenon

2. extraordinary; outstanding; remarkable

   a phenomenal achievement

3. philosophy known or perceived by the senses rather than the mind

Other Word Forms

• phenomenality noun
• phenomenally adverb
• nonphenomenal adjective
• nonphenomenally adverb
• semiphenomenal adjective
• semiphenomenally adverb
• unphenomenal adjective
• unphenomenally adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of phenomenal¹

First recorded in 1815–25; phenomen(on) + -al ¹

Example Sentences

"Little bit shell-shocked, it was pretty phenomenal from Head," Stokes said.

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“Maybe it’s quick,” he said, “but, I mean, … our senior class is phenomenal.”

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Sandelford School have been phenomenal - they have tried so hard to express their concerns about these classrooms and have regularly assured us that our child's safety is their highest priority.

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The organisers said there had been "phenomenal UK growth in Americana, rock and country over the past few years".

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"They're a phenomenal team, especially in their home, so we know the next two-and-a-half months is going to be tough for us," he said.

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Related Words

• extraordinary 
• fantastic 
• marvelous 
• miraculous 
• outstanding 
• prodigious 
• remarkable 
• sensational 
• substantial 
• unparalleled 
• unusual