adj Uncommon

horrifying

Horrifying (adj) means causing horror; extremely frightening. Example: “It was a horrifying scene of destruction after the storm.”

adj

Causing horror; extremely frightening.

"It was a horrifying scene of destruction after the storm."

"Witnesses described the horrifying moment the building collapsed."

How to use horrifying

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishSo shocking or frightening that it produces horror in the observer.

Common pairings

horrifying discovery horrifying ordeal

Word forms

more horrifying comparative, most horrifying superlative

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Frequently asked questions

What does “horrifying” mean?

The word “horrifying” means causing horror; extremely frightening. In plain terms, so shocking or frightening that it produces horror in the observer.

How do you use “horrifying” in a sentence?

Here is “horrifying” used in a sentence: “It was a horrifying scene of destruction after the storm.”

What part of speech is “horrifying”?

“Horrifying” is an adjective.

Is “horrifying” a common word?

“Horrifying” is an uncommon word in modern English.