horrific
[hɔˈɹɘfɘk]
[hɒˈɹɪfɪk]
[hɑˈɹɪfɪk]
An horrific event or situation is extremely frightening or disturbing.
The word "horrific" can describe anything that shocks, disgusts, or terrifies people. You might hear it used to talk about a scary movie, a violent crime, or even a natural disaster like an earthquake. The thing being described doesn't have to be supernatural - just something that's really upsetting. Some people use "horrific" when they're reacting strongly to news or events on the internet. For example, you might see a headline about a horrific accident and wonder what actually happened.
How common is "horrific"?
Word horrific is considered uncommon in modern English.
It has a balanced usage among all categories: speech, fiction, newspapers and academic texts.
It has a balanced usage among all categories: speech, fiction, newspapers and academic texts.
Definitions
adjective
Horrifying, causing horror; horrible.
Real examples of "horrific" in context
Real-world video examples for this word are still being added.
