Beastly
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈbiːstli/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Beastly is an adjective meaning Pertaining to, or having the form, nature, or habits of, a beast.
Meaning
Pertaining to, or having the form, nature, or habits of, a beast.
More Meanings
- Similar to the nature of a beast; contrary to the nature and dignity of human beings.
- (UK, dated) Abominable; very unpleasant; hideous.
- Like a beast; brutishly.
- (slang) Of computer hardware or motor vehicles etc.: ostentatiously powerful.
- (dated, colloquial) Very much; terribly.
Example Sentences
beastly culture
beastly weather
Stop being so beastly to her!
“Yes, I’ve got the most beastly headache.”
Word Forms
- beastlier
- beastliest
Synonyms for beastly
Depending on context, synonyms include animalian, bestial, animalesque, animalish, animalistic, animal-like.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include bestial, brute, brutish, hellish, inhumane, horrid.
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