56 dire synonyms include terrible, dreadful, appalling, frightful, awful, horrible, atrocious, grim, unspeakable, and distressing. Dire is an adjective, and its antonyms are good, mild, and encouraging. Here are some additional synonyms for "dire" with example sentences.
56 other ways to say dire.
dire news came from the hospital.
He made a dire mistake in judgment.
She was in dire pain after the accident.
The refugees were in dire need of food.
We are in dire need of assistance.