verb
appall
Appall (verb) means to fill with horror or indignation; to dismay.
verb
1
To fill with horror or indignation; to dismay.
2
To make pale; to blanch.
3
To weaken; to reduce in strength
4
To grow faint; to become weak; to become dismayed or discouraged.
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Etymology
From Middle English apallen, from Old French apalir (“to grow pale, make pale”); a (Latin ad) + palir (“to grow pale, to make pale”), pâle (“pale”), from pallere. See pale (adj.) and compare with pall.
Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of appall?
"appall" (verb) means to fill with horror or indignation; to dismay.
What are the different meanings of appall?
"appall" has 3 main meanings: 1. To fill with horror or indignation; to dismay; 2. To make pale; to blanch; 3. To weaken; to reduce in strength.