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fearsomely Synonyms

Another word for fearsomely

Choosing another word for fearsomely depends on context, so the 14 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adverb (Context 1)

To an extreme, daunting, or formidable degree; intensely.

Usage Example

"The graduate-level mathematics exam proved to be formidably difficult for most of the students."

Strongest
formidably
dauntingly
Strong
tremendously
intensely
fiercely
exceedingly
immensely
exceptionally

• adverb (Context 2)

In a manner that causes fear, terror, or intimidation; frighteningly.

Usage Example

"The great horned owl stared terrifyingly from its perch in the ancient oak tree."

Strongest
terrifyingly
frighteningly
intimidatingly
Strong
formidably
dreadfully
forbiddingly
menacingly
fiercely

Opposites of fearsomely

The opposite of fearsomely shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

reassuringly
slightly
mildly
comfortingly
moderately
barely
harmlessly
gently
See all opposites of fearsomely

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