infernal
3 antonyms and opposites of infernal, grouped by meaning.
Adj — Relating to hell or the underworld; hellish.
Antonyms
How to use infernal
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
The "annoying" sense is old-fashioned and mostly used for comic or exaggerated effect.
Etymology
From Latin infernus, "the underworld," via Medieval Latin infernalis.
Full origin of infernal →Frequently asked questions
What does “infernal” mean?
The word “infernal” means relating to hell or the underworld; hellish. In plain terms, hellish, or (informally) maddeningly annoying.
How do you pronounce “infernal”?
“Infernal” is pronounced ihn-FUR-nuhl (/ɪnˈfɝnəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “infernal” in a sentence?
Here is “infernal” used in a sentence: “The painting showed sinners trapped in some infernal pit of fire.”
What is another word for “infernal”?
Words with a similar meaning to “infernal” include Acherontic, Hadean, helly, hellish, Plutonic and Plutonian.
What is the opposite of “infernal”?
The opposite of “infernal” — its antonyms — are heavenlike, celestial and heavenly.
What part of speech is “infernal”?
“Infernal” is an adjective.
Where does the word “infernal” come from?
The word “infernal” comes from Medieval Latin. From Latin infernus, "the underworld," via Medieval Latin infernalis.
How many meanings does “infernal” have?
“Infernal” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: relating to hell or the underworld; hellish.