formidable synonyms

formidable

modif.

  1. Inspiring fear or apprehension

    fearful, forbidding, intimidating, impregnable; see dangerous 1, 2, terrible 1.

  2. Hard to deal with or overcome

    challenging, arduous, onerous, overwhelming; see difficult 1.

  3. Inspiring awe or admiration

    impressive, imposing, awesome, redoubtable; see grand 2, impressive 1.

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