Meaning of the word horrible in English

What does horrible mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

horrible

US /ˈhɔːr.ə.bəl/

UK /ˈhɒr.ə.bəl/

causing or likely to cause horror; dreadful

Example:

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The accident was a horrible sight.

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She had a horrible dream last night.

Synonym:

dreadful frightful awful terrible ghastly

unpleasant or disagreeable

Example:

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The weather was absolutely horrible.

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I have a horrible headache.

Synonym:

unpleasant nasty dreadful awful terrible

Related Word:

horribly