Pronunciation: /ˈhoʊli ˈtɛrər/
noun a person, especially a child, who is extremely difficult to control or manage
A1 My little brother can be a holy terror when he doesn't get his way.
A2 The toddler was a holy terror at the birthday party, running around and causing chaos.
B1 The new student in class turned out to be a holy terror, disrupting the lesson with constant talking.
B2 The politician was known as a holy terror in debates, always attacking opponents with aggressive arguments.
C1 The CEO was a holy terror in the business world, known for making ruthless decisions to increase profits.
C2 The dictator was a holy terror in his country, ruling with an iron fist and suppressing any opposition.
adjective used to describe someone or something that causes fear or terror
A1 The toddler was a holy terror at the birthday party, running around and causing chaos.
A2 When the new student arrived, he quickly gained a reputation as a holy terror in the classroom.
B1 The boss's son was a holy terror in the office, always making trouble for his coworkers.
B2 The politician's controversial remarks turned him into a holy terror in the media.
C1 The criminal mastermind was a holy terror to law enforcement, always staying one step ahead of them.
C2 The ruthless dictator was a holy terror to his people, ruling with an iron fist and instilling fear in all who opposed him.
formal The child was known to be a holy terror in the classroom, disrupting lessons and causing chaos.
informal Watch out for that little boy, he's a holy terror when he's in a mischievous mood.
slang She's a holy terror when she's had too much coffee, always buzzing around and getting into everyone's business.
figurative The new boss was a holy terror when it came to enforcing deadlines and quality standards.
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