ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Terrific

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /təˈɹɪfɪk/ · Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Terrific is an adjective meaning (now rare) Terrifying, causing terror; terrible; sublime, awe-inspiring.

Meaning

(now rare) Terrifying, causing terror; terrible; sublime, awe-inspiring.

More Meanings

  1. Very strong or intense; excessive, tremendous.
  2. Extremely good; excellent, amazing.

Example Sentences

I've got a terrific hangover this morning.
The car came round the bend at a terrific speed.
When the warriors saw this, their cheers were terrific.
From Atlantic to Pacific / Gee, the traffic is terrific.

Word Forms

Synonyms for terrific

Depending on context, synonyms include brilliant, horrific, affreux, alarming, spine-tingling, appalling.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include terrifying, alarming, intense, howling, rattling, wonderful.

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