Definitions and Examples of terrible, awful, dreadful
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Extremely bad or unpleasant; causing fear, shock, or disgust.
Example
The weather was terrible yesterday, with heavy rain and strong winds.
Extremely unpleasant or disagreeable; causing feelings of fear, horror, or disgust.
Example
The food at that restaurant was awful, I couldn't even finish my meal.
Causing great suffering, fear, or unhappiness; extremely bad or unpleasant.
Example
The traffic on the highway was dreadful, it took me two hours to get home.
Key Differences: terrible vs awful vs dreadful
- 1Terrible implies something is extremely bad or unpleasant, often causing fear or disgust.
- 2Awful describes something that is extremely unpleasant or disagreeable, causing feelings of fear, horror, or disgust.
- 3Dreadful suggests something is causing great suffering, fear, or unhappiness, and is extremely bad or unpleasant.
Effective Usage of terrible, awful, dreadful
- 1Express Displeasure: Use these antonyms to express dissatisfaction or disappointment.
- 2Describe Negative Experiences: Utilize these words to describe unpleasant situations or events.
- 3Provide Feedback: Incorporate these antonyms in feedback to express areas of improvement.
Remember this!
The antonyms of wunderbar are terrible, awful, and dreadful. These words convey negative or unpleasant meanings, opposite to the positive connotation of wunderbar. Use these words to express displeasure, describe negative experiences, or provide feedback on areas of improvement.
