Fearsome Definition & Meaning
fearsome
- adjective
- 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"
"Fearsome" in song lyrics
See how fearsome is used in real songs:
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"Gats and fearsome"
Hangmen 3 — Holla Back (Holla Boston) -
"Drilled through ya ear drum, hell yeah, I'm fearsome!"
Onyx — Shiftee -
"Some of the fearsome"
Pep Love — If You Can't Beat 'Em
Words that rhyme with fearsome
Usage tips for "fearsome"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "fearsome" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for fearsome to find words that pair well.