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infernal

[ɪnˈfɜːrnəl]

infernal Definition

  • 1relating to hell or the underworld
  • 2irritating and tiresome

Using infernal: Examples

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

  • Example

    The infernal regions of the underworld are said to be ruled by Hades.

  • Example

    I can't stand the infernal noise coming from the construction site next door.

  • Example

    The infernal heat made it impossible to sleep.

  • Example

    The infernal bureaucracy at the DMV is driving me crazy.

infernal Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for infernal

Phrases with infernal

  • a bomb or other explosive device designed to detonate automatically at a pre-determined time

    Example

    The terrorist group had planted an infernal machine in the crowded market.

  • infernal regions

    the underworld or hell

    Example

    In Greek mythology, the infernal regions were ruled by Hades.

  • loud and irritating noise

    Example

    The infernal noise coming from the construction site kept me up all night.

Origins of infernal

from Latin 'infernal', meaning 'of or pertaining to the lower regions'

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Summary: infernal in Brief

The term 'infernal' [ɪnˈfɜːrnəl] has two main meanings. The first refers to hell or the underworld, as in 'The infernal regions of the underworld are said to be ruled by Hades.' The second meaning is irritating and tiresome, as in 'I can't stand the infernal noise coming from the construction site next door.' 'Infernal' can also be used in phrases like 'infernal machine,' which refers to a bomb or other explosive device designed to detonate automatically at a pre-determined time.