noun

hell

Translation

hell, a very unpleasant situation

In some religions, sinners go to hell.

The traffic was absolute hell this morning.

What the hell are you doing?

((noun)) the place of eternal punishment In many religions, evil people go to hell.

((noun)) a very unpleasant experience or situation The last few weeks have been hell.

((as an exclamation)) used to express anger or surprise What the hell was that noise?

Synonyms: underworld, inferno; Antonyms: heaven, paradise.

From Old English 'hel', related to the verb 'helan' (to hide or conceal), referring to the underworld.

Often used as an exclamation for emphasis, like 'hell of a time' (a very good or bad time).