Hideous

/ˈhɪdiəs/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

extremely ugly or disgusting.

The hideous creature crawled out from the depths of the cave.

offensive to the senses; repulsive.

She found the idea of eating bugs to be hideous.

morally or aesthetically bad; detestable.

His hideous act shocked the entire community.

Middle English 'hideous', from Old French 'idieux', from Latin 'idiosus', meaning 'frightful'.

hideous crime

A crime that is shocking and morally repugnant.

hideous sight

An appearance that is extremely unpleasant to look at.

hideous laughter

A laugh that is disturbing or unsettling.

horror

An intense feeling of fear or dread.

abhorrent

Inspiring disgust and loathing; repugnant.

grotesque

Comically or repulsively ugly or distorted.

Totally unacceptable or unbelievable.

That outfit is hideous, no way you’re wearing that!

Very bad or unpleasant.

The service at that restaurant was hideous.