Synonyms for

Horrified

Verb / ˈhɔ:rʌˌfaɪd / Another word for horrified — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To be very scared or shocked by something.

Synonyms & similar words

dismay horrorstruck appall horrify horrorstricken appal alarm terrified shocked appalled frightened alarmed panicked terror-stricken petrified scared spooked aghast dismayed distressed horrified horrors intimidated paralyzed stupefied unnerved awestruck

Synonyms by register

Formal

appalled aghast shocked distressed

Informal

freaked out scared stiff gobsmacked blown away

Literary

aghast petrified stupefied

Antonyms

calm pleased delighted reassured unconcerned serene untroubled

Common collocations

  • horrified by
  • horrified at
  • horrified to see
  • horrified by the
  • horrified by the sight
  • horrified by the news

Word family

noun horror
adjective horrified
adverb horrifyingly

Usage note

Horrified describes a strong feeling of shock and disgust. It is often used to describe reactions to unpleasant or disturbing events.

Example sentences

  1. She was horrified when she saw the giant dog.
  2. I was horrified when I heard the news.
  3. The children were horrified by the creepy clown.
  4. The scary movie left me horrified.
  5. He was horrified to see the damage caused by the storm.

Quotes

  • I was absolutely horrified and ashamed. - Monica Lewinsky
  • I'm horrified by how much I talk. - Joan Rivers
  • I was horrified when I saw Sidney's performance. - Peter Shaffer

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