Meaning of the word horrid in English

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

horrid

US /ˈhɔːr.ɪd/
UK /ˈhɒr.ɪd/
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Adjective

1.

very unpleasant or disagreeable; causing horror

Example:
The weather has been absolutely horrid all week.
What a horrid smell coming from the kitchen!
2.

behaving badly or unkindly (especially of a child)

Example:
Don't be so horrid to your little brother.
He was a horrid child who always started fights.