Question

Look at the thesaurus entry that follows this sentence. Which word is the best replacement for the word "impressive"?


To win over her future in-laws, June prepared an impressive dinner with all the trimmings.

impressive (adjective) conveying signs of wealth, stature, or size Synonyms magnificent, breathtaking, awe-inspiring, majestic, skilled, jaw-dropping
A. Majestic
B. Skilled
C. Magnificent
D. Breathtaking

Answer 1

  I believe the answer is c. Magnificent 

Answer 2

The answer is C: magnificent.

The word magnificent is the best adjective available to replace the word in question since magnificent can apply to a dinner without straining the meaning of the word, which refers to something of a notable grandeur, impressive in its form or content: something that is of an exceptional or extraordinary quality.