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infernal

/ɪnˈfɜːrnəl/ adjective · British & US
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What does infernal mean?

adjective

Relating to hell or the underworld; extremely unpleasant or wicked. Often used to describe something that is extremely hot or unpleasant.

Example

"The infernal heat of the desert made it difficult to hike."

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