Words To Express Intensity

2 words in this vocabulary list

adverb An adverb modifies or describes a verb, adjective, or another adverb. 'Terribly' is an adverb in this context because it describes the manner in which something is done or the degree to which something is done.

  • The news of the tragedy affected everyone terribly.
  • I feel terribly about missing the deadline.
  • I messed up terribly on that test.
  • She was terribly afraid of heights.

adjective not lessened or diminished; unrelieved

  • The concerns of the public remained unallayed despite the government's reassurances.
  • Her fears were unallayed even after talking to her friends about it.
  • I'm still unallayed about whether I should go to the party or not.
  • The storm of emotions within her remained unallayed as she tried to find peace.