This is the 12582nd most frequent Portuguese word.
terrivelmente
"Terrivelmente" means "terribly" or "dreadfully" in English.
In this sentence, 'terrivelmente' is used to intensify the severity of how late João was, expressing a strong level of tardiness.
João estava terrivelmente atrasado para a reunião.
João was terribly late for the meeting.
Here, 'terrivelmente' emphasizes the level of difficulty of the exam, conveying a sense of discouragement or challenge.
A prova foi terrivelmente difícil.
The exam was terribly difficult.
The word 'terrivelmente' in this context amplifies the emotion of guilt she felt, indicating it was a profound feeling.