appalling

/ɐpˈɔːlɪŋ/

Definition & Meaning of "appalling"

appalling

so shocking or unexpected that it causes strong emotional reactions like disbelief or horror

dismaying

ghastly

grisly

gruesome

horrendous

Example

The news of the sudden collapse of the bridge was appalling to the entire community.

The appalling footage of the disaster left the audience in stunned silence.

having extremely poor quality or conduct that causes disappointment or disapproval

awful

bad

crappy

dreadful

lousy

Example

The restaurant received terrible reviews for its appalling service.

His appalling handwriting made the essay almost unreadable.

word family

appall

Verb

appalling

Adjective

appallingly

Adverb

appallingly

Adverb

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