kick-ass

/ˈkɪk æs/ (bre, ipa) · [kˈɪkˌæs] /ˈkɪk æs/ (ame, ipa)

kick-ass — adjective

1. describing something that is extremely exciting, powerful, or impressive, often

1.形容詞B2
釋義

describing something that is extremely exciting, powerful, or impressive, often in a way that goes beyond what people normally expect.

例句

Tuan built a kick-ass skateboard ramp in his backyard last weekend.

attributive use: kick-ass + noun

Everyone at the festival agreed the concert was kick-ass from start to finish.

predicative use: be + kick-ass

同義詞
  • awesome

    wider register; can be used in more casual contexts without vulgar connotation

  • badass

    similar level of informality, emphasises toughness or coolness more than excitement

  • amazing

    neutral register, lacks the forceful or aggressive nuance

反義詞
  • mediocre

    describes something of average or below-average quality, opposite of impressive

  • dull

    lacking excitement or forcefulness

文法句型

kick-ass + noun

be + kick-ass

用法筆記

Strongly informal; avoid in academic or professional writing. Also written as 'kickass' (one word) in less formal contexts.

常見錯誤

❌She gave a kick-ass speech at the formal conference.
✅She gave a powerful speech at the formal conference.
💡'kick-ass' is too informal for professional settings.