26984 words

terrible

4 definitions • 8 examples
1
very unpleasant or serious or of low quality:

Examples:

The weather was terrible.
We have just received some terrible news.
2
very bad at doing something:

Examples:

You're a terrible liar.
I'm a terrible skier/swimmer/dancer.
3
used to emphasize the great degree of something:

Examples:

This project is a terrible waste of money.
UK She's a terrible nuisance.
4
very unpleasant or serious or bad:

Examples:

I saw terrible things happen.
My mother was a terrible cook.

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