Synonyms for
Horrid
Definition
causing horror or disgust
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Common collocations
- horrid smell
- horrid thought
- horrid dream
- horrid accident
- horrid weather
- horrid child
- horrid noise
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Usage note
Horrid generally implies something extremely unpleasant or disgusting, often evoking a strong negative emotional response. It is more intense than simply 'bad'.
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Example sentences
- The smell coming from the dumpster was horrid.
- The idea of eating bugs is horrid to me.
- The haunted house was filled with horrid creatures.
- The sound of the alarm clock is horrid in the morning.
- The taste of spoiled milk is horrid.
Quotes
I am a horrid sight, but I must make up my mind to accept it.
I am not a horrid person, despite what people may think.
I can't bear the thought of living in a world without love. It would be horrid.