towering

towering(
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An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
adjective
a. elevado
The highway runs through the towering mountains.La autopista pasa por las montañas elevadas.
b. altísimo
The city's towering skyscrapers could be seen in the distance.Los rascacielos altísimos de la ciudad se podían ver desde lejos.
c. imponente
The towering hills that surround the village make for incredible scenery.Los imponentes cerros que rodean el pueblo contribuyen al paisaje espectacular.
a. destacado
The painter was one of the towering figures of her time.La pintora fue una de las figuras destacadas de su época.
b. sobresaliente
The novel was considered a towering achievement by critics.La novela fue considerada un logro sobresaliente por los críticos.
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