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Frightfully for Dummies

adverb

pronunciation: 'fraɪtfʌli

What does Frightfully really mean?

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Teacher: Hey there! I noticed you were curious about the word "frightfully." Well, good news! I'm here to help you understand it better. So, have you ever had a moment where you felt really scared or afraid, like when you think there might be a monster under your bed or when you hear a sudden loud noise?

Student: Yeah, I get scared sometimes.

Teacher: Great, that's a good starting point! Now, imagine that feeling of being scared, but even stronger. When we say something is "frightfully," we mean that it is extremely scary, like the most terrifying thing you can imagine. It's almost like the fear is overwhelming, and it makes your heart race, your palms sweat, and even makes it difficult to breathe.

Student: Oh, so it's like being really, really scared?

Teacher: Exactly! It's like being really, really scared, but even more intense. It's a word we use to emphasize just how frightening something is. When we say something is "frightfully cold," we mean it's beyond just feeling chilly. It's the kind of cold that sends shivers down your spine, makes you bundle up in all your warmest clothes, and maybe even causes your teeth to chatter.

Student: So, "frightfully" is like saying something is super scary or super cold?

Teacher: You got it! "Frightfully" is used to describe something that is super scary, super cold, or even super anything that brings a strong feeling. It's kind of like adding an extra layer of intensity to the word you're describing. It's a word that tries to capture the extreme nature of what we're talking about. For example, if you say, "I'm frightfully excited," it means you're not just excited, but you're exceptionally excited. It's a bit like if you were on a roller coaster and it made your stomach drop, but instead of it lasting for a second, it goes on and on.

Student: I think I understand now! So, "frightfully" is like a word that makes something seem way more intense or extreme than usual.

Teacher: Exactly! You've got it spot on. "Frightfully" is a word that adds emphasis to how intense or extreme something is. So, if you come across it in a book or hear someone use it, now you'll know they mean that whatever they're describing is more than just average scary, cold, or exciting. It's at a whole new level of intensity.

Student: Thank you, teacher! I feel like I understand it much better now.

Teacher: You're welcome! I'm glad I could help. Remember, if you ever have any more questions, I'm here to help you out. Learning new words can sometimes be a bit tricky, but with a little help, you'll become a master. Keep up the great work!

Revised and Fact checked by Sophia Moore on 2023-10-28 12:34:40

Frightfully In a sentece

Learn how to use Frightfully inside a sentece

  • She was frightfully scared when she saw the spider crawling towards her.
  • The roller coaster ride was frightfully fast and made her scream with fear.
  • The horror movie was frightfully intense, with jump scares and creepy music.
  • He was frightfully nervous before his piano recital, but he played beautifully.
  • The haunted house was decorated frightfully, with skeletons, cobwebs, and eerie lighting.

Frightfully Synonyms

Words that can be interchanged for the original word in the same context.

Frightfully Usage Of

Words that the original word is a domain usage of.