awful

ˈɔː.fʊl

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#1·11h ago

Exceedingly great; usually applied intensively.

We saw such an awful film last night that we left the theater before the end.

Origin: From , awfull, auful, aȝefull, equivalent to . Compare , eġefull. The sense is a from the original sense of. Origin information sourced from Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0).

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#2·11h ago

(dated) Causing fear or horror; appalling, terrible.

I have learnt an awful amount today.

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#3·11h ago

(now, _, rare) Awe-inspiring; filling with profound reverence or respect; profoundly impressive.

Shepard: You seem to know an awful lot about me.Geth: Extranet data sources. Insecure broadcasts. All organic data sent out is received. We watch you.

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