Terrible (?), a. [F., fr. L. terribilis, fr. terrere to frighten. See Terror.] 1. Adapted or likely to excite terror, awe, or dread; dreadful; formidable.[1913 Webster]
Prudent in peace, and terrible in war.
Thou shalt not be affrighted at them; for the Lord thy God is among you, a mighty God and terrible.
2. Excessive; extreme; severe. [Colloq.][1913 Webster]
The terrible coldness of the season.
Syn. -- Terrific; fearful; frightful; formidable; dreadful; horrible; shocking; awful.[1913 Webster]
-- Terribleness, n. -- Terribly, adv.[1913 Webster]