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- [uh-paw-ling]
- /əˈpɔ lɪŋ/
- /əˈpɔː.lɪŋ/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [uh-paw-ling]
- /əˈpɔ lɪŋ/
Definitions of appalling word
- adjective appalling Something that is appalling is so bad or unpleasant that it shocks you. 3
- adjective appalling You can use appalling to emphasize that something is very great or severe. 3
- adjective appalling causing extreme dismay, horror, or revulsion 3
- adjective appalling causing horror, shock, or dismay 3
- adjective appalling causing dismay or horror: an appalling accident; an appalling lack of manners. 1
- verb with object appalling to fill or overcome with horror, consternation, or fear; dismay: He was appalled by the damage from the fire. I am appalled at your mistakes. 1
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Origin of appalling
First appearance:
before 1810 One of the 40% newest English words
First recorded in 1810-20; appall + -ing2
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Parts of speech for Appalling
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preposition
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appalling popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 83% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
appalling usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for appalling
adj appalling
- dreadful — causing great dread, fear, or terror; terrible: a dreadful storm.
- horrific — causing horror.
- alarming — Something that is alarming makes you feel afraid or anxious that something unpleasant or dangerous might happen.
- harrowing — extremely disturbing or distressing; grievous: a harrowing experience.
- astounding — If something is astounding, you are shocked or amazed that it could exist or happen.
adjective appalling
- disgusting — causing disgust; offensive to the physical, moral, or aesthetic taste.
- upsetting — overturned: an upset milk pail.
- sickening — causing or capable of causing sickness, especially nausea, disgust, or loathing: sickening arrogance.
- outrageous — of the nature of or involving gross injury or wrong: an outrageous slander.
- scandalous — disgraceful; shameful or shocking; improper: scandalous behavior in public.
Antonyms for appalling
adj appalling
- pleasant — pleasing, agreeable, or enjoyable; giving pleasure: pleasant news.
- pleasing — giving pleasure; agreeable; gratifying: a pleasing performance.
- wonderful — excellent; great; marvelous: We all had a wonderful weekend.
- calming — soothing; tranquillizing
- beautiful — A beautiful person is very attractive to look at.
adjective appalling
- appealing — Someone or something that is appealing is pleasing and attractive.
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