Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

atrocious

adjective
/əˈtrōSHəs/
Definition
extremely bad or unpleasant
Examples
  • The service at the restaurant was atrocious, leading to many complaints.
  • His atrocious behavior at the party shocked everyone.
  • The weather was atrocious, making travel nearly impossible.
Meaning
Atrocious refers to something that is shockingly bad in quality or behavior.
Synonyms
  • appalling
  • terrible
  • dreadful
  • horrendous
  • abominable