Terrible

/ˈtɛr.ə.bəl/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

extremely bad or unpleasant

The weather was terrible, with heavy rain and strong winds.

causing fear or alarm; dreadful

The terrible accident left the whole community in shock.

very serious or severe

He received a terrible grade on his exam because he didn't study.

cute or silly in a way that is amusing

She has a terrible sense of humor, always telling corny jokes.

From Middle English 'terrible', from Old French 'terriable', from Latin 'terribilis' (frightening).

terrible twos

A phase in a child's development characterized by tantrums and defiance.

terrible fate

A very unfortunate or tragic outcome.

a terrible mistake

A very serious error or blunder.

terrible weather

Extreme and undesirable weather conditions.

get out of hand terribly

To go wrong in a significant or alarming way.

terror

Intense fear.

terrify

To cause someone to feel extreme fear.

terrorism

The unlawful use of violence and intimidation.

deterrent

A thing that discourages someone from doing something.

terrific

Of great size, amount, or intensity; can also mean very good or excellent.

Bad or poor quality.

This movie is totally terrible, I wouldn't recommend it.

A term used to emphasize extreme negativity.

That game's controls are terrible, it's unplayable!