Definition of «hellish»

The word "hellish" is an adjective that describes something as being extremely unpleasant, harsh or difficult. It often implies a sense of intense suffering, pain or discomfort and can be used to describe situations or environments that are chaotic, dangerous or overwhelming. The term comes from the idea of hell being a place of eternal torment and punishment in many religions and belief systems.

Usage examples

  1. The heat in the desert was hellish, with temperatures reaching over 100 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. The traffic during rush hour was hellish, it took me two hours to travel just a few miles.
  3. The noise coming from the construction site next door was hellish, I could hardly concentrate on my work.
  4. The crowded subway during peak hours is a hellish experience, with people pushing and shoving to get on board.
  5. The workload at my office is hellish, I barely have time to eat or sleep.
  6. Getting through the long security lines at the airport was a hellish ordeal, I almost missed my flight.
  7. The constant barking of my neighbor's dog is hellish, it keeps me up all night.
  8. The standstill on the highway after the accident was a hellish situation, we were stuck for hours.
  9. The rough seas during the storm made the ferry ride feel hellish, with passengers getting seasick left and right.
  10. Cleaning up the aftermath of the party was a hellish task, with broken glass and spilled drinks everywhere.

Sentences with «hellish»

  • A trio of despondent mammals — a monkey, a polar bear and a kangaroo — living in hellish landscapes of deforestation, drought and shrinking ice caps. (washingtonpost.com)
  • The church must find the most hellish places on planet earth, where are the gates of hell the strongest, and boldly go to such places in the name of Jesus. (redeeminggod.com)
  • Los Angeles locals are blaming navigation app Waze for hellish driving through a dangerously steep street in the area. (gizmodo.com)
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