Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
appall
verb
/əˈpɔːl/
Definition
To shock or dismay greatly; to fill with horror or apprehension.
Examples
- The news of the disaster appalled the entire community.
- She was appalled by the conditions in which the animals were kept.
- His behavior during the meeting appalled his colleagues.
Meaning
When someone is appalled, they feel a strong sense of disgust or shock due to something alarming or upsetting.
Synonyms
- shock
- horrify
- disgust
- outrage
- disturb
