Synonyms for

Hellish

Verb / ˈhelɪʃ / Another word for hellish — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

adjective - very unpleasant or difficult to deal with

Synonyms & similar words

beastly infernal fiendish satanic diabolical godawful unholy diabolic demonic awful terrible dreadful horrible frightful ghastly grim unpleasant disagreeable unwelcome unbearable intolerable insufferable execrable atrocious abominable wretched miserable painful distressing

Example sentences

  1. The smell coming from the dumpster was hellish.
  2. The hike up the mountain was hellish, but the view from the top was worth it.
  3. The traffic during rush hour can be hellish.
  4. The heat wave made the summer feel hellish.
  5. The movie was so scary that it felt hellish.

Quotes

  • I have nothing to declare except my genius. This quote is hellish.
  • To be or not to be, that is the hellish question.
  • Hellish hath no fury like a woman scorned.

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