Meaning & Definition of word "Horrible"
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Horrible
/ˈhɔːr.ɪ.bəl/
adjective:
- 1. causing horror; exceedingly bad or unpleasant.
- Example: The movie was so horrible that we left the theater halfway through.
- 2. very poor in quality or performance; terrible.
- Example: The food at that restaurant was horrible; I wouldn’t recommend it to anyone.
- 3. causing feelings of shock or disgust.
- Example: The news of the tragedy was horrible and left everyone in disbelief.
Etymology
From Latin 'horror', meaning 'to tremble' or 'to be afraid'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
horrible mistake:
A very bad error.
horrible truth:
A truth that is very unpleasant or difficult to accept.
horrible feeling:
An unpleasant or distressing emotional sensation.
Related Words
horror:
An intense feeling of fear, shock, or disgust.
horrific:
Causing horror; extremely shocking.
Slang Meanings of horrible
Meaning: Awful or really bad.
Example Sentence: That movie was just horrible!
Meaning: Something very disappointing.
Example Sentence: The concert was horrible compared to last year.