Meaning & Definition of word "Aghast"

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!