Meaning & Definition of word "Terrific"
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Terrific
/təˈrɪf.ɪk/
adjective:
- 1. Excellent or wonderful; very good.
- Example: The concert last night was absolutely terrific!
- 2. Causing fear or terror; extremely bad or severe.
- Example: The storm was terrific, leaving destruction in its wake.
Etymology
From Latin 'terrificus', meaning 'causing terror'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
terrific news:
Extremely good or positive news.
terrific job:
A task that has been completed exceptionally well.
Related Words
terrify:
to cause someone to feel extreme fear.
terrible:
extremely bad or unpleasant.
Slang Meanings of terrific
Meaning: Awesome or excellent.
Example Sentence: That movie was just terrific!
Meaning: Overly enthusiastic description.
Example Sentence: He kept saying it was a terrific deal, but I wasn't sold.