Terribly
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈtɛɹ.ɪ.bli/ · Part of speech adverb
Quick meaning: Terribly is an adverb meaning (literary or dated) So as to cause terror or awe.
Meaning
(literary or dated) So as to cause terror or awe.
More Meanings
- Very; extremely.
- Very badly.
Example Sentences
The lion roared terribly.
She took part in the karaoke, but sang terribly.
He's terribly busy and you really shouldn't bother him.
“A joyride gone terribly wrong,” Pierce County Sheriff Paul Pastor said during a news conference in Steilacoom, which is about 3 miles from the island.
Synonyms for terribly
Depending on context, synonyms include grisly, very, extremely, awfully, horribly, atrociously.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include atrociously, awfully, frightfully, abominably, rottenly, abysmally.
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