adj Uncommon

appalled

Appalled (adj) means shocked and horrified, usually by something offensive or upsetting. Example: “She was appalled by the state of the abandoned building.”

adj

Shocked and horrified, usually by something offensive or upsetting.

"She was appalled by the state of the abandoned building."

"He felt appalled at how the animals were being treated."

How to Use Appalled

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishFeeling deep shock and disgust at something wrong or upsetting.

Common pairings

appalled by appalled at utterly appalled

Word Forms

more appalled comparative, most appalled superlative

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Etymology

From the verb "appall," "-ed" added to describe the resulting state.

Rhymes for appalled

called walled balled dialled uncalled enthralled

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does “appalled” mean?

The word “appalled” means shocked and horrified, usually by something offensive or upsetting. In plain terms, feeling deep shock and disgust at something wrong or upsetting.

How do you use “appalled” in a sentence?

Here is “appalled” used in a sentence: “She was appalled by the state of the abandoned building.”

What part of speech is “appalled”?

“Appalled” is an adjective.

Is “appalled” a common word?

“Appalled” is an uncommon word in modern English.