Amazing vs Awesome
When to use each in English, with meaning, register, and examples.
| Amazing | Awesome | |
|---|---|---|
| Meaning | very good or impressive | Very good or impressive |
| Register | - | informal |
| CEFR level | A1 | B1 |
| Part of speech | adjective | adjective |
| Usage notes | Use 'amazing' to describe something that exceeds expectations. It’s appropriate in both spoken and written contexts, but avoid using it excessively in formal writing. | Commonly used in casual conversation. Avoid in formal writing, where 'impressive' or 'excellent' might be more appropriate. |
Frequently asked questions: Amazing vs Awesome
What's the difference between "Amazing" and "Awesome"?
"Amazing" means: very good or impressive "Awesome" means: Very good or impressive
When should I use "Amazing" and "Awesome"?
"Awesome" is informal.
Are "Amazing" and "Awesome" the same CEFR level?
"Amazing" is at A1, "Awesome" is at B1 on the CEFR scale.