gruesome

Definition

  • adjective: causing horror or disgust
  • adjective: inspiring horror or repulsion
  • synonyms: grisly, abominable, appalling

Examples

  • The police report described the scene in 'gruesome' detail.

  • She was 'gruesomely' murdered.

  • a 'gruesome' murder

Movie quotes

  • (..) end of days tableau plaguing the city of Miami. We warn you, these images are very graphic. Investigators made a gruesome discovery early this morning in museum square. Blood covered the angel statue in the square's fountain, and also contaminated the fountain's water. (..)
    2011 TvShow: Dexter Title: Talk to the Hand Season: 6 Episode 11