formidable

for-mi-da-ble · adjective

imported

Definitions

adjective

  1. 1.

    Inspiring fear or respect through being impressively large, powerful, or capable.

  2. 2.

    Difficult to overcome, deal with, or achieve.

Related words

Antonyms: insignificant, unimpressive, weak
See also: daunting, impressive, intimidating, powerful
Synonyms: daunting, fearsome, impressive, intimidating

Etymology

From Latin formidabilis ("causing fear"), from formidare ("to fear"), from formido ("fear, dread"). Entered English via French in the 15th century.