Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
harrowing
adjective
/ˈhær.oʊ.ɪŋ/
Definition
Extremely distressing or unsettling.
Examples
- The movie’s harrowing scenes left the audience in tears.
- She told a harrowing story about her experiences during the disaster.
- The news report included harrowing details that shocked the nation.
Meaning
Something that causes significant emotional pain or anxiety.
Synonyms
- distressing
- traumatic
- agonizing
- painful
- upsetting
