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Aghast

Adjective / ʌˈgæst / Another word for aghast — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

filled with horror or shock

Synonyms & similar words

shocked dismayed appalled horrified appalled shocked terrified frightened startled astonished amazed dismayed surprised dumbfounded stupefied bewildered flabbergasted thunderstruck stunned aghast petrified mortified traumatized

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Example sentences

  1. When she saw the ghost, she was aghast and ran away.
  2. He was aghast at the sight of the accident.
  3. The news of the earthquake left the people aghast.
  4. I was aghast to find out that I had failed the exam.
  5. The teacher was aghast at the student's rude behavior.

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