The Only Use of
formidable
in
Frankenstein - 1831 version
- A few days before we left Paris on our way to Switzerland, I received the following letter from Elizabeth: "My dear Friend, "It gave me the greatest pleasure to receive a letter from my uncle dated at Paris; you are no longer at a formidable distance, and I may hope to see you in less than a fortnight.†
p. 191.2formidable = intimidating or impressive
Definition:
intimidating or impressive -- arousing fear or admiration due to impressiveness or challenge