formidable | SAT Word of the Day
❓️ FORMIDABLE most nearly means: (A) lucky; (B) friendly; (C) enormous; (D) intimidating. Answer is in the info section!
ℹ️ Part of speech of formidable
formidable is an ADJECTIVE.
🗣️ Pronunciation of formidable
formidable is pronounced /ˈfɔr.mɪ.də.bəl/ or FOR-mih-duh-buhl.
📚️ Definition of formidable
Inspiring fear, respect, or awe due to size, power, strength, difficulty, or capability. Example: a formidable opponent.
📰 Examples
Here are some examples of formidable in usage:
The university's admissions profile present a formidable challenge to even the most accomplished high school students.
"The most formidable weapon against errors of every kind is Reason." - Thomas Paine
My grandmother may be a little smaller than most in stature, but her intellect and willpower have made her a formidable force in our family.
✅ Quiz answer
Answer to the question above:
D, intimidating; something intimidating inspires fear or awe due to its power or difficulty, matching the essence of formidable. A is incorrect as "lucky" has no connection to being powerful or inspiring fear. B is incorrect; "friendly" is almost the opposite of formidable. C is partially related as formidable things can be enormous, but size alone doesn't capture the essence of being fear-inspiring or powerful.