Want to say terrible differently? Here are other words for terrible and its similar synonyms and opposite words to say in unique way.
Meaning of terrible
The primary meaning of the word "terrible" is extremely bad or of very poor quality.
Etymology of terrible
The word "terrible" originates from the Old French word "terrible", which is derived from the Latin word "terribilis", meaning frightening or fearful
Historically, the word "terrible" has been used to describe something that inspires fear or awe, and has evolved to encompass a range of meanings related to badness or unpleasantness
Synonyms
awful
dreadful
fearful
frightful
horrible
horrific
appalling
atrocious
heinous
ghastly
gruesome
grim
dire
dismal
unpleasant
disagreeable
uncomfortable
distressing
perturbing
unsettling
alarming
terrifying
intimidating
horrific
repulsive
repugnant
odious
abhorrent
detestable
loathsome
vile
wicked
evil
malevolent
monstrous
fiendish
diabolical
infernal
hellish
Definitions
- Used to describe something that is extremely bad or of very poor quality
- * Causing fear or anxiety because of the possibility of something unpleasant or dangerous happening
- * Extremely bad or unpleasant in a way that is intended to be humorous or ironic
Usage Examples
- The movie was terrible, I didn't enjoy it at all
- * The news of the accident was terrible, and everyone was shocked
- * The weather forecast is terrible, it's going to rain all week