fearsome
/ˈfɪrsəm/
adjective
- 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.
- 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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