fright·ful 
/ˈfraɪtfəl/ adjective
/ˈfraɪtfəl/ adjective [more frightful; most frightful] somewhat old-fashioned 1 : causing fear
▪ As he fell, he let out a frightful scream. ▪ a frightful illness that causes extreme pain 2 : very bad or shocking
▪ The children made a frightful mess of the kitchen. ▪ Many critics have expressed shock at the song's frightful lyrics. 3 : very strong
▪ a frightful thirst
▪ As he fell, he let out a frightful scream. ▪ a frightful illness that causes extreme pain
▪ The children made a frightful mess of the kitchen. ▪ Many critics have expressed shock at the song's frightful lyrics.
▪ a frightful thirst
