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awful

aw·ful

awful

 
 
pronunciation:
aw fl
features:
Word Combinations (adjective), Word Parts
part of speech: adjective
definition 1: very bad; terrible; of poor quality.
The service is awful at that restaurant.
synonyms:
poor, terrible
antonyms:
excellent, wonderful
similar words:
bad, mean
definition 2: causing a very bad feeling.
The storm was awful last night.The garbage had an awful smell.
synonyms:
nasty
antonyms:
wonderful
similar words:
horrible, terrible, unpleasant
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derivation: awfulness (n.)
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