Frightfully Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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frightfully

[หˆfraษชtfษ™li ]

Definition

Context #1 | Adverb

used to describe something that is very frightening or scary

In a very frightening or scary manner; extremely

Examples of usage

  • She looked at him frightfully.
  • The sound was frightfully loud.
  • The movie was frightfully realistic.

Translations

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Origin of 'frightfully'

The adverb 'frightfully' is derived from the adjective 'frightful', which dates back to the late 14th century in Middle English. The word 'frightful' combines 'frighten' with the suffix '-ful', indicating 'full of' or 'characterized by'. Over time, 'frightfully' has evolved to describe something extremely frightening or scary.


See also: fright, frighten, frightened, frightening, frightful.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #24,636, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.