terrifically

adverb

ter·​rif·​i·​cal·​ly -fə̇k(ə)lē How to pronounce terrifically (audio)
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Synonyms of terrificallynext
: to a terrific degree or extent

Word History

Etymology

terrific + -ally

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“Terrifically.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/terrifically. Accessed 15 Dec. 2025.

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