Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
morbid
Adjective
/ˈmɔːrbɪd/
Definition
Relating to unpleasant subjects, especially death and disease.
Examples
- A morbid fascination with horror films can be concerning.
- The author had a morbid imagination that brought dark stories to life.
- His morbid curiosity led him to explore abandoned buildings.
Meaning
Morbid describes an unhealthy interest in disturbing or unpleasant things, especially those connected with death or sickness.
Synonyms
- Gruesome
- Macabre
- Unwholesome
- Twisted