terribly

[ˈtɛrəbli]

terribly Definition

  • 1in a way that is very unpleasant or causing great harm
  • 2used to emphasize the degree of something

Using terribly: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "terribly" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I'm terribly sorry for what I said.

  • Example

    The weather was terribly hot and humid.

  • Example

    The accident was terribly tragic.

  • Example

    She sings terribly out of tune.

terribly Synonyms and Antonyms

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Summary: terribly in Brief

The adverb 'terribly' [ˈtɛrəbli] means in a way that is very unpleasant or causing great harm. It is also used to emphasize the degree of something, as in 'The weather was terribly hot and humid.' or 'She sings terribly out of tune.'

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