terrific

Definition

  • adjective: extremely good
  • adjective: very bad
  • synonyms: terrible, alarming, horrific

Examples

  • an athlete with 'terrific' [='astounding, amazing'] speed

  • I've recovered completely. In fact, I feel 'terrific'.

  • We were hit by a 'terrific' snowstorm last week.

Movie quotes

  • (..) - They got danishes? - They got everything. Let's pick up some danishes for Belle. Hear about the points we were shaving up in Boston? It is terrific. Nunzio... I thought he'd never shut up. What a pain in the ass. - What will we do with him? - Chop him up and get rid of the car. (..)
    1990 Goodfellas
  • (..) Forgot you were having a party for him. Come here. I will say hello. How are you, Billy? I haven't seen you in six years. Jesus Christ Almighty. You look terrific. Watch the suit. You little prick. I've known you all my life. - Don't get too big on me. - Just don't bust my balls. (..)
    1990 Goodfellas