Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

terrible-deed

noun
/ˈtɛrɪbəl diːd/
Definition
A notably cruel or harmful action.
Examples
  • Committing a terrible deed can leave lasting scars on both the victim and the perpetrator.
  • She was haunted by the terrible deed she witnessed that night.
  • He was confronted with the consequences of his terrible deed.
Meaning
A terrible deed refers to an act that causes great suffering or is morally wrong, often evoking strong feelings of disapproval or horror.
Synonyms
  • atrocity
  • crime
  • wrongdoing
  • evil act