Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
gruesome
adjective
/ˈɡruːsəm/
Definition
Causing horror or repulsion; very unpleasant or shocking.
Examples
- The movie was filled with gruesome scenes that made some viewers uncomfortable.
- She described the gruesome details of the crime to the police.
- The artist’s work often features gruesome imagery that provokes strong reactions.
Meaning
The word gruesome describes something that is shocking or horrifying, often in a way that relates to violence or death.
Synonyms
- Horrific
- Macabre
- Appalling
- Shocking
