Terrific Definition & Meaning

terrific
adjective
  1. very great or intense; "a terrific noise"; "a terrific thunderstorm storm"; "fought a terrific battle"
  2. extraordinarily good or great ; used especially as intensifiers; "a fantastic trip to the Orient"; "the film was fantastic!"; "a howling success"; "a marvelous collection of rare books"; "had a rattling conversation about politics"; "a tremendous achievement"
  3. causing extreme terror; "a terrifying wail"

"Terrific" in song lyrics

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  • "We rip it unrestricted, my ends terrific"
    Arsonists — Backdraft
  • "But also you got to know that everyday, ain't terrific"
    Big Moe f/ Ronnie Spencer, Tyte Eyez, Z-Ro — Confidential Playa
  • "So I shall uplift this, cause rhymin is terrific"
    Capital Tax — Styles I Manifest

Usage tips for "terrific"

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