awful
adjective | /awful/
Essential WordsEASY
very bad or unpleasant; inspiring reverence or fear (archaic)
awful
adjective | /awful/
Essential WordsEASYvery bad or unpleasant; inspiring reverence or fear (archaic)
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Synonyms
dreadfulterribleappallinghorrific
Antonyms
pleasantdelightfulnice
Examples
"The conditions in the abandoned factory were awful."
"The funeral had an awful solemnity that affected everyone present."
Source: Essential WordsAdded: 11/13/2025
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