Dire

adjective

/ˈdaɪ̯ə(ɹ)/

Word Frequency: 3.1

Definitions

1.adjectiveWarning of bad consequences: ill-boding; portentous.

"dire omens"

2.adjectiveRequiring action to prevent bad consequences: urgent, pressing.

"dire need"

3.adjectiveExpressing bad consequences: dreadful; dismal

"dire consequences; to be in dire straits"

4.adjectiveBad in quality, awful, terrible.

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