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terrific
adjective
Terrifying, causing terror; terrible; sublime, awe-inspiring.
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/təˈɹɪfɪk/ /təˈɹɪfɪk/ /təˈɹɪfɪk/
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adjective
Terrifying, causing terror; terrible; sublime, awe-inspiring.
Very strong or intense; excessive, tremendous.
“I've got a terrific hangover this morning.”
Extremely good; excellent, amazing.
“I say! She's a terrific tennis player.”
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I've got a terrific hangover this morning.
I say! She's a terrific tennis player.
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