Definition

In a way that causes great fear or dread.

Example

The movie was terrifyingly suspenseful, keeping everyone on the edge of their seats.

Conversation

Did you see that horror movie last night?

Yeah, it was terrifyingly good!

I couldn't sleep afterward; it was so intense.

I know, right? The jump scares were the most terrifyingly effective I've seen!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Terrifyingly → It is formed from "terrify" (from Latin "terrere", meaning to frighten) and the adverbial suffix "-ingly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "terrifyingly" means in a manner that causes fright or terror.

Memory Tip

Think of the root 'terrify' which means to frighten, and remember that 'terrifyingly' describes something done in a frightening way.

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