Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

grewsome

adjective
ˈɡrü-səm
Definition
causing horror or disgust; gruesome.
Examples
  • The horror movie was filled with grewsome scenes that made many viewers uncomfortable.
  • She described the grewsome details of the crime during her testimony.
  • The grewsome depictions in the artwork left a lasting impression on the audience.
Meaning
The term grewsome is used to describe something that is shockingly repellent or violent, often evoking a sense of dread or terror.
Synonyms
  • gruesome
  • horrific
  • macabre
  • shocking
  • appalling