burn in hell
The phrase "burn in hell" is a strong expression of anger or condemnation, often used to wish severe punishment upon someone.
Definition
C1General
(idiom, anger)A phrase used to express extreme anger or disapproval towards someone, wishing them severe punishment.
Example
- After hearing about the betrayal, she screamed, 'I hope you burn in hell!'
C1Religious
(curse, formal)A curse wishing someone eternal suffering in the afterlife.
Example
- In a fit of rage, he told his enemy to burn in hell for all eternity.
B2Informal
(humor, slang)A hyperbolic expression used casually to show strong disagreement or annoyance.
Example
- When he took the last slice of pizza, his friend jokingly said, 'You can burn in hell for that!'
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "burn in hell":
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