Synonyms for Terrible

Terrible has 21 synonyms including intense, dread, atrocious. This page lists all similar and related words with Scrabble and Words With Friends point values.

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Synonyms for Terrible (21 words)

Each word shows its Scrabble point value. Click any synonym to see its own synonyms and related words.

Related Words (9)

Words associated with terrible by meaning or context.

Letter Analysis for Terrible

Terrible contains 8 letters: 3 vowels (E, I) and 5 consonants (T, R, B, L). Here is the frequency breakdown:

E
2 (25%)
R
2 (25%)
T
1 (13%)
I
1 (13%)
B
1 (13%)
L
1 (13%)

Using Terrible in Word Games

Terrible scores 10 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends. As a 8-letter word, terrible can help clear tiles from your rack for bonus points. With 3 vowels and 5 consonants, this word has a consonant-heavy letter distribution.

Highest-scoring synonyms you can use instead:

WordScrabbleWWFLetters
frightful19219
frightening192211
unspeakable192411
wicked16176
abominable162110

Frequently Asked Questions

What are synonyms for terrible?

The most common synonyms for terrible are intense, dread, atrocious, wicked, severe. In total, there are 21 words with similar meaning listed on this page.

What is the opposite of terrible?

Terrible does not have widely recognized antonyms in standard English dictionaries.

Can I use terrible in Scrabble?

Yes, terrible is a valid Scrabble word worth 10 points. In Words With Friends, it scores 12 points.

How many letters are in terrible?

Terrible has 8 letters: 3 vowels (E, I) and 5 consonants (T, R, B, L).

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