phenomenal
UK: fɪˈnɒmɪnəl | US: fəˈnɑːmɪnəl
adj. extraordinarily great or impressive
adj. perceptible by the senses or through immediate experience
adj. (Philosophy) relating to phenomena as opposed to noumena
Derived from Late Latin phaenomenon (from Greek phainomenon, "that which appears"), combining phainein ("to show") + -menos (passive suffix). The root phen- (appear) and -omen (sign) reflect the word's focus on observable manifestations. Over time, phenomenal evolved from philosophical jargon (referring to sensory perception) to a broader sense of "remarkable" in Modern English, emphasizing striking visibility or impact.
The athlete's performance was phenomenal, breaking three world records.
Her ability to learn languages is truly phenomenal.
The scientist studied phenomenal consciousness in his research.
The concert received phenomenal praise from critics.
A phenomenal aurora lit up the Arctic sky last night.