aufsehenerregend
Translation
sensational, spectacular, startling
Examples
Das war ein aufsehenerregender Fall.
That was a sensational case.
Sie trug ein aufsehenerregendes Kleid.
She wore a spectacular dress.
Grammar Patterns
an aufsehenerregender/es/e ((Nomen)) a sensational (noun) He made a sensational discovery.
Similar Words
Synonyms: sensationell, spektakulär; Antonyms: unauffällig, alltäglich
Etymology
From 'Aufsehen' (a stir, sensation, literally 'looking up') and 'erregend' (causing). So, 'causing people to look up'.
Memory Tips
Imagine something that makes everyone 'look up' ('sehen auf') because it's so spectacular.