atrocious
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cious
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British pronunciation
/ɐtɹˈə‍ʊʃəs/

Definition & Meaning of "atrocious"in English

atrocious
01

intensely cruel or violent

atrocious definition and meaning
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The atrocious behavior of the bullies left lasting emotional scars on their victims.
Despite their atrocious actions, they showed no remorse for the pain they caused.
02

extremely bad or unacceptable in quality or nature

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I ca n't believe how atrocious this translation is; it barely resembles the original text.
His taste in fashion was simply atrocious, with clashing colors and mismatched patterns.
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