terrific
Meaning
The term "terrific" denotes an exceptional degree of excellence or intensity, often used to convey strong approval or admiration; it can also imply a sense of awe or overwhelming quality, particularly in contexts where the magnitude of an experience or ph
💡 While "terrific" traditionally carries a positive connotation, its historical roots in the word "terror" may lead to confusion in informal contexts; it is essential to consider the context to avoid ambiguity.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
Anna
arrived
at
the
little
riverside
caf
é
feeling
relieved
that
the
forecast
had
been
wrong
and
the
sun
was
warm
rather
than
grey
.
She
ordered
a
cup
of
strong
coffee
and
a
slice
of
lemon
tart
,
and
the
first
bite
was
so
fresh
and
perfectly
balanced
that
she
made
a
spontaneous
compliment
to
the
barista
.
The
conversation
that
followed
with
a
nearby
table
turned
out
to
be
unexpectedly
rich
:
they
discussed
local
art
exhibitions
and
plans
for
the
weekend
.
When
her
friend
James
arrived
,
he
praised
the
place
as
terrific
and
suggested
a
short
walk
along
the
river
before
they
continued
their
discussion
.
They
left
feeling
calmer
and
more
connected
,
agreeing
to
meet
again
next
week
to
compare
notes
about
the
photography
show
they
both
wanted
to
attend
.
Common Phrases
terrific achievement
terrific insight
terrific potential
Synonyms
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