Aghast

/əˈɡæst/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

filled with shock or horror.

She was aghast at the news of the tragedy.

struck with sudden fear or amazement.

The audience was aghast when the magician performed the impossible trick.

having a look of shock or dismay.

I stood aghast as I witnessed the destruction caused by the storm.

astonished; amazed.

He was aghast at the extravagant display of wealth.

Late Middle English, from the verb aghasten, meaning 'to frighten or terrify'.

aghast at:

Expressing shock or horror at something.

aghast look:

A facial expression that indicates shock or disbelief.

Totally freaked out.

When she heard the news, she was totally aghast.

Mind-blown.

That plot twist left me aghast!