B1adjectiveinformalemotions
US/ˈɑː.səm/
UK/ˈɔː.səm/
very good or exciting (informal); also so big or impressive that it makes you feel small
In context
The concert last night was awesome, and the crowd sang every song.
You got the job? That is really awesome news, congratulations!
From the top of Fansipan, the view of the mountains is truly awesome.
Words that go with awesome
adverb + adjective
- totally awesomeThe new game is totally awesome.
adjective + noun
- awesome jobYou did an awesome job on the presentation.
- awesome viewThe hotel room had an awesome view of the bay.
- awesome powerThe storm showed the awesome power of nature.
verb + adjective
- look awesomeYour new haircut looks awesome!
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
Dear Sir, your product is awesome.Correct: Dear Sir, your product is excellent.