The term 'very bad' can be described in many ways, including 'DREADFUL' (8 letters), 'EVIL' (4 letters), 'ICKY' (4 letters), 'VILE' (4 letters), 'AWFUL' (5 letters), 'ENOUGH' (6 letters), 'SEVERE' (6 letters), 'ABYSMAL' (7 letters), 'OPPRESSIVE' (10 letters), and 'UNPROMISING' (11 letters). These words all describe something that is of a very low quality or has a negative connotation. For example, 'DREADFUL' implies something that is extremely unpleasant or terrible, while 'EVIL' suggests something that is morally wrong or wicked. Similarly, 'ICKY' and 'VILE' both suggest something that is disgusting or repulsive, and 'AWFUL' implies something that is very bad or unpleasant. Furthermore, 'ENOUGH' implies something that is sufficient or satisfactory, while 'SEVERE' suggests something that is intense or extreme. Finally, 'ABYSMAL', 'OPPRESSIVE', and 'UNPROMISING' all imply something that is very bad or unfavorable.