terror; horror; terrifying; extremely
Meanings
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terrifying; horrible; frightening; causing fear due to threat to life or safety
Describes something that causes fear because it threatens life, safety, or security. Often used in political, criminal, medical, or military contexts, as well as for horror entertainment.
During the White Terror period, many innocent people were persecuted.
That terrorist attack caused numerous casualties.
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I don't dare to watch horror movies alone.
That cruel method is simply too terrifying.
adverb
extremely; terribly; awfully (indicating a high degree)
informalColloquial usage indicating an extreme degree. Often used in the pattern 'Adjective + 得 + 恐怖' or to modify adjectives directly. Common in spoken language to emphasize intensity.
This restaurant is terribly expensive.
He drives terribly slowly, causing a long line of cars to pile up behind him.
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Today is terribly hot, just like being in a steamer.