spectacle

Universal Words noun 1 (spectacles) [pl.] (formal) = GLASSES: a pair of spectacles * a spectacle case (= to put your glasses in) 2 [C,U] a performance or an event that is very impressive and exciting to look at: The carnival parade was a magnificent spectacle. 3 [C] a sight or view that is very impressive to look at: The sunset was a stunning spectacle. 4 [sing.] an unusual or surprising sight or situation that attracts a lot of attention: I remember the sad spectacle of her standing in her wedding dress, covered in mud. IDIOMS make a spectacle of yourself to draw attention to yourself by behaving or dressing in a ridiculous way in public