B2adjectiveinformalemotions
US/təˈrɪf.ɪk/
UK/təˈrɪf.ɪk/
very good or enjoyable (informal); also very great in amount or degree
In context
You did a terrific job organizing the class reunion.
We had terrific weather for the whole trip to Hoi An.
The motorbike was going at a terrific speed when it hit the wall.
Words that go with terrific
adjective + noun
- terrific jobThe nurses did a terrific job during the outbreak.
- terrific ideaA picnic by the river? That's a terrific idea!
- terrific speedThe train passed at terrific speed.
verb + adjective
- look terrificYou look terrific in that ao dai.
adverb + adjective
- absolutely terrificThe food at the wedding was absolutely terrific.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
The accident was terrific.Correct: The accident was terrible.