terrific
extraordinarily great or intense: terrific speed.
extremely good; wonderful: a terrific vacation.
causing terror; terrifying.
Origin of terrific
1Other words for terrific
Other words from terrific
- ter·rif·i·cal·ly, adverb
- un·ter·rif·ic, adjective
- un·ter·rif·i·cal·ly, adverb
Words Nearby terrific
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How to use terrific in a sentence
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A terrific yell of rage burst from every one, and each hastily threw something or other at the bold intruder.
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British Dictionary definitions for terrific
/ (təˈrɪfɪk) /
very great or intense: a terrific noise
informal very good; excellent: a terrific singer
very frightening
Origin of terrific
1Derived forms of terrific
- terrifically, adverb
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