Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

horrification

Noun
/ˌhɔːrɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
Definition
The act of causing horror or fear; a state of being horrified.
Examples
  • The horrification that spread through the audience was palpable during the horror movie’s climax.
  • Her face reflected the horrification she felt upon discovering the truth.
  • The news report caused a sense of horrification among the viewers.
Meaning
Horrification refers to the feeling of extreme fear or shock that occurs when confronted with something frightening or shocking.
Synonyms
  • Terror
  • Shock
  • Dismay
  • Fright
  • Apprehension