Synonyms for Terrific
Definition of terrific
adjective
- very great or intense; "a terrific noise"; "a terrific thunderstorm storm"; "fought a terrific battle"
- 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"
- causing extreme terror; "a terrifying wail"
11 synonyms found
Writing tips for "terrific"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like alarming, extraordinary, fantastic can replace "terrific" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 11 alternatives available, "terrific" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Terrific" in song lyrics
See how terrific is used in real songs:
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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