Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
gorey
adjective
/ˈɡɔːri/
Definition
Characterized by or depicting bloodshed, violence, and gruesome scenes.
Examples
- The film was filled with gorey scenes that made some viewers uncomfortable.
- Many horror novels include gorey descriptions to evoke fear and tension.
- His paintings were often considered too gorey for the average gallery.
Meaning
The term ‘gorey’ often describes situations, stories, or images that involve extreme violence or horror, typically focused on bloody acts.
Synonyms
- gruesome
- bloody
- horrifying
- macabre
- violent
