Meaning & Definition of Terrific in English

1. Very great or intense

• "A terrific noise"

• "A terrific thunderstorm storm"

• "Fought a terrific battle"

2. Extraordinarily good or great

• Used especially as intensifiers

• "A fantastic trip to the orient"

• "The film was fantastic!"

• "A howling success"

• "A marvelous collection of rare books"

• "Had a rattling conversation about politics"

• "A tremendous achievement"

3. Causing extreme terror

• "A terrifying wail"