Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Showing results for fearsome. Search instead for clearsome.
Definitions

fearsome

[feer-suhm] / ˈfɪər səm /




Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

See Examples For:

From the new world, a bird-shaped jar wears women’s attire from the Moche culture and a bottle is emblazoned with a fearsome fox warrior.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 4, 2026

Admittedly, the Pakistan attack Cox faced was far from the most fearsome in Test cricket.

From BBC Aug. 22, 2026

Smith Jr. came to San Diego as a fearsome linebacker who made two Pro Bowls, yet he transcended football through his infectious personality and devotion to his adopted city.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 30, 2026

These were the game’s most fearsome closers, like Troy Percival, Robb Nen and Brian Wilson.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 28, 2026

Keep me from drowning in this fearsome water.

From "Beast Rider" by Tony Johnston & María Elena Fontanot de Rhoads




Vocabulary lists containing fearsome


Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Dictionary.com's Learning Companion

Go beyond just looking up words.
Remember them forever with VocabTrainer.

Start training