fearsome

/ˈfɪrsəm/
adjective
  1. Causing fear or being frightening, often because of size, power, or appearance.
    • The fearsome dragon breathed fire and smoke.
    • A fearsome storm destroyed many homes along the coast.
    • The boxer had a fearsome reputation that intimidated his opponents.
  2. Very great or extreme in degree; formidable.
    • The team had a fearsome determination to win the championship.
    • He had a fearsome appetite and could eat an entire pizza by himself.
    • She faced a fearsome challenge when she decided to run a marathon.
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