Meaning of terrifically in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Adverb
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

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  1. Adverb

    terrifically

    Definitions

    1. (used as an intensifier) extremely well

    Examples

    • « her voice is superbly disciplined »
    • « the colors changed wondrously slowly »

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