frightful
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Learner's definition of FRIGHTFUL
[more frightful; most frightful]
somewhat old-fashioned
1
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causing fear
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As he fell, he let out a frightful scream.
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a frightful illness that causes extreme pain
2
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very bad or shocking
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The children made a frightful mess of the kitchen.
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Many critics have expressed shock at the song's frightful lyrics.
3
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very strong
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a frightful thirst
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