Meaning & Definition of word "Aghast"
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Aghast
/əˈɡæst/
adjective:
- 1. filled with shock or horror.
- Example: She was aghast at the news of the tragedy.
- 2. struck with sudden fear or amazement.
- Example: The audience was aghast when the magician performed the impossible trick.
- 3. having a look of shock or dismay.
- Example: I stood aghast as I witnessed the destruction caused by the storm.
- 4. astonished; amazed.
- Example: He was aghast at the extravagant display of wealth.
Etymology
Late Middle English, from the verb aghasten, meaning 'to frighten or terrify'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
aghast at:
Expressing shock or horror at something.
aghast look:
A facial expression that indicates shock or disbelief.
Related Words
astonished:
Greatly surprised or impressed.
dismayed:
Feeling distress or concern.
Slang Meanings of aghast
Meaning: Totally freaked out.
Example Sentence: When she heard the news, she was totally aghast.
Meaning: Mind-blown.
Example Sentence: That plot twist left me aghast!