Horrific (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Grossly offensive to decency or morality; causing horror; "subjected to outrageous cruelty"; "a hideous pattern of injustice"; "horrific conditions in the mining industry".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The documentary exposed the horrific treatment of animals in the factory farm industry, sparking widespread outrage and calls for reform.
- The survivors of the natural disaster described the horrific conditions they endured while trapped under the rubble for days.
- The human rights organization condemned the horrific abuses committed by the regime against its own citizens, including torture and forced disappearances.
- The horrific scenes of violence and destruction in the war-torn city were broadcast around the world, shocking viewers and prompting demands for international intervention.
- The investigation revealed horrific neglect and abuse of patients at the nursing home, leading to the arrest and prosecution of several staff members.
Synonyms
Meaning 2
Causing fear or dread or terror; "the awful war"; "an awful risk"; "dire news"; "a career or vengeance so direful that London was shocked"; "the dread presence of the headmaster"; "polio is no longer the dreaded disease it once was"; "a dreadful storm"; "a fearful howling"; "horrendous explosions shook the city"; "a terrible curse".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The doctor warned of the horrific consequences of delaying the surgery any longer.
- Witnesses described the scene of the crash as absolutely horrific.
- The child's screams filled the room as she watched the horrific video of a dog attack.
- Travelers told horrific tales of being robbed and attacked by armed bandits on the isolated road.
- A local group claims the treatment of workers in the factory is horrific, citing lack of breaks and proper sanitation.