Fearsome (Adjective)
Meaning
Causing fear or dread or terror; "the awful war"; "an awful risk"; "dire news"; "a career or vengeance so direful that London was shocked"; "the dread presence of the headmaster"; "polio is no longer the dreaded disease it once was"; "a dreadful storm"; "a fearful howling"; "horrendous explosions shook the city"; "a terrible curse".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The pirate's fearsome reputation preceded him, striking fear into the hearts of all who crossed his path.
- The fearsome storm that hit the coast caused widespread destruction and chaos.
- The ancient warrior's fearsome battle cry sent shivers down the spines of his enemies.
- The fearsome beast was said to roam the forest, preying on unsuspecting travelers.
- The fearsome dragon of legend was a creature of myth and terror, inspiring dread in all who heard its name.