horrid
Horrid (adj) means Very unpleasant, nasty, or unkind. Example: “What a horrid thing to say to your sister!”
How to use horrid
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishNasty or unpleasant — a slightly old-fashioned, often mild way of saying something is disagreeable.
Sounds a little dated or British-genteel compared with the more common "horrible".
Word forms
horrider comparative, more horrid comparative, horridest superlative, most horrid superlative
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Etymology
Borrowed from Latin horridus ("bristly, rough, shaggy"), from horrere ("to bristle, tremble").
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What does “horrid” mean?
The word “horrid” means very unpleasant, nasty, or unkind. In plain terms, nasty or unpleasant — a slightly old-fashioned, often mild way of saying something is disagreeable.
How do you pronounce “horrid”?
“Horrid” is pronounced HO-rihd (/ˈhɔ.ɹɪd/ in IPA).
How do you use “horrid” in a sentence?
Here is “horrid” used in a sentence: “What a horrid thing to say to your sister!”
What is another word for “horrid”?
Words with a similar meaning to “horrid” include abominable, alarming, appalling, awful, dire and dreadful.
What part of speech is “horrid”?
“Horrid” is an adjective.
Where does the word “horrid” come from?
The word “horrid” comes from Latin. Borrowed from Latin horridus ("bristly, rough, shaggy"), from horrere ("to bristle, tremble").
Is “horrid” a common word?
“Horrid” is an uncommon word in modern English.