Meaning & Definition of word "Terribly"

Terribly

/ˈtɛr.ə.bli/

1. In a terrible manner; extremely or very badly.
- Example: The play was terribly boring, and many people left before the end.
2. To a very great degree; greatly.
- Example: She was terribly upset after hearing the news.
3. Used for emphasis to express a strong emotion.
- Example: I'm terribly sorry for what happened.
4. In a way that causes fear or fright.
- Example: 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.

Meaning: used for emphasis to mean very bad or serious

● Example Sentence: This is a terribly boring meeting.

Meaning: to express strong emotion, usually negative

● Example Sentence: I'm terribly tired after that workout.