Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
horrors
noun
/ˈhɔːr.ərz/
Definition
An intense feeling of fear, shock, or disgust; something that causes fear or dread.
Examples
- She could hardly watch the horror movie because of the graphic scenes and the horrors it depicted.
- The horrors of war can leave lasting scars on the lives of those who experience them.
Meaning
The term ‘horrors’ refers to not only the feelings of terror or revulsion but also to events or experiences that provoke such intense emotions.
Synonyms
- terrors
- nightmares
- atrocities
- abominations
