Meaning & use
formidable
Inspiring fear, respect, or admiration because of great size, strength, or capability.
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The chess champion faced a formidable opponent in the final round.
Climbing the mountain in winter is a formidable challenge even for experts.
A note on using this word
Formidable can carry either a negative sense of threat or a positive sense of admiration, depending on context.
Words with a similar meaning
dauntingimpressive
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