doozy
word
Definition
Something that is very remarkable, unusual, or impressive, often used to describe an event, thing, or experience that stands out.
Usage & Nuances
"Doozy" is informal, often used humorously or with exaggeration for positive or negative things. Common phrases: "That was a doozy!" or "This test is a doozy." Not used in formal writing. Similar to "whopper" or "big one".
Spanish: cosa impresionante - cosa fuera de lo comúnPortuguese (BR): coisa incrível - coisa fora do comumPortuguese (PT): coisa incrível - coisa fora do vulgarChinese (Simplified): 厉害的事 - 非常特别的事Chinese (Traditional): 厲害的事 - 非常特別的事Hindi: कमाल की चीज़ - असाधारण चीज़Arabic: شيء مذهل - شيء غير عادي
Example Sentences
That storm was a real doozy.
basic
This puzzle is a doozy.
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The movie was a doozy from start to finish.
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Wow, that last question was a doozy—I had no idea how to answer it!
natural
If you think yesterday was tough, today will be a real doozy.
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Brace yourself—this story is a doozy you won't believe.
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