Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

abysmal

Adjective
/əˈbɪz.məl/
Definition
Extremely bad or of very low quality.
Examples
  • The team’s performance was abysmal, resulting in a heavy loss.
  • She received abysmal customer service at the restaurant.
  • His knowledge of the topic was abysmal, which surprised everyone.
Meaning
The term refers to something that is so deep or profound that it can feel endless, often used to describe situations or conditions that are hopelessly poor.
Synonyms
  • Terrible
  • Dreadful
  • Appalling
  • Horrendous
  • Atrocious