breathtaking
adj. B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈbɹɛθˌteɪkɪŋ// UK //bɹˈɛθteɪkɪŋ// breath·tak·ing
adj. extremely beautiful, amazing, or surprising. You use this when something is so impressive that it feels like you cannot breathe for a moment.
adj. extremely exciting, beautiful, or surprising. Often used to describe natural scenery or artistic achievements that evoke a strong emotional response.
The view from the top of the mountain is breathtaking.
The pianist gave a breathtaking performance that left the entire audience in silence for several seconds after the final note.
While the architecture of the city is impressive, it is the breathtaking scale of the surrounding canyons that truly humbles the first-time visitor.
From breath + taking.
Usage
Typically precedes the noun it modifies or follows a linking verb like 'be' or 'look'.