What does fearsome mean?
Fearsome means frightening, especially in appearance..
Fearsome
/ˈfɪɹsəm/ · adjective
Meaning
frightening, especially in appearance..
Definitions by Sense
- frightening, especially in appearance.
- (rare or archaic) fearful, frightened
Example Sentences
fearsome reputation
fearsome weapon
truly fearsome
The warriors faced a fearsome enemy.
She gave him a fearsome glare.
Synonyms for fearsome
Antonyms for fearsome
Related Words
Word Forms
- more fearsome
- most fearsome
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for fearsome?
Common synonyms include dread, dreadful, alarming, awful.
What is the opposite of fearsome?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use fearsome in a sentence?
fearsome reputation
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