Definition

In a way that is extremely good or impressive.

Example

The movie was terrifically entertaining and kept everyone on the edge of their seats.

Conversation

Did you see the concert last night?

Yes, it was terrifically exciting!

I loved how the band played all their hits.

Absolutely! They performed terrifically well, don't you think?

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Terrifically → It is formed from "terrific" (from Latin *terrificus*, meaning causing terror or fear) and the suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "terrifically" means in a manner that causes terror or is extremely impressive.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'causing fear' ('terrific') and how it is done 'in a manner' ('-ly'). This helps you remember that 'terrifically' describes something done in an impressive or fear-inducing way.

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