Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
infernal
adjective
/ɪnˈfɜrnəl/
Definition
Relating to the underworld or hell; extremely troublesome or annoying.
Examples
- This infernal noise is driving me crazy!
- The infernal heat of summer can be unbearable.
- He spoke in an infernal tone that suggested his frustration.
Meaning
The term ‘infernal’ is often used to describe something that is hellish or intensely unpleasant, both literally and figuratively.
Synonyms
- hellish
- dreadful
- fiendish
- abominable
