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frightful - Dictionary definition and meaning for word
frightful
Definition
(adj) provoking horror
Synonyms
:
atrocious
,
horrible
,
horrifying
,
ugly
Example Sentence
an atrocious automobile accident
a frightful crime of decapitation
an alarming, even horrifying, picture
war is beyond all words horrible
an ugly wound
Definition
(adj) extreme in degree or extent or amount or impact
Synonyms
:
awful
,
terrible
,
tremendous
Example Sentence
in a frightful hurry
spent a frightful amount of money
Definition
(adj) extremely distressing
Synonyms
:
fearful
Example Sentence
fearful slum conditions
a frightful mistake
Word used in video below:
text: frightful aunt i have hated it for half
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