dire
UK/daiә/US
GREB2
Definitions
adj.
Extremely serious or urgent; causing great fear or suffering.
可怕的；极其严重的；紧迫的
Root Breakdown
Loanworddireother
=dire
Example Sentences
- 1.
The refugees faced dire circumstances, lacking food and shelter.
- 2.
The doctor delivered dire warnings about the consequences of smoking.