Terribly

/ˈtɛr.ə.bli/

Meaning & Definition

adverb

In a terrible manner; extremely or very badly.

The play was terribly boring, and many people left before the end.

To a very great degree; greatly.

She was terribly upset after hearing the news.

Used for emphasis to express a strong emotion.

I'm terribly sorry for what happened.

In a way that causes fear or fright.

The storm was terribly frightening, with winds howling through the trees.

From the word 'terrible' with the adverbial suffix '-ly'.

terribly sorry

a strong expression of apology.

terribly wrong

indicating a significant error or fault.

terrible

causing great fear, horror, or disgust.

terror

extreme fear.

used for emphasis to mean very bad or serious

This is a terribly boring meeting.

to express strong emotion, usually negative

I'm terribly tired after that workout.