fearsome
0 antonyms and opposites of fearsome, grouped by meaning.
Adj — Frightening, especially in appearance or reputation.
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Etymology
From "fear" plus "-some," a suffix meaning "tending to cause."
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What does “fearsome” mean?
The word “fearsome” means frightening, especially in appearance or reputation. In plain terms, scary or intimidating, often because of size, power, or reputation.
How do you pronounce “fearsome”?
“Fearsome” is pronounced FIHR-suhm (/ˈfɪɹsəm/ in IPA).
How do you use “fearsome” in a sentence?
Here is “fearsome” used in a sentence: “The castle was guarded by a fearsome-looking dragon statue.”
What part of speech is “fearsome”?
“Fearsome” is an adjective.