appalled Meaning & Definition
What Does Appalled Mean?
Appalled is an adjective that means Shocked, horrified by something unpleasant. As a verb, it means simple past and past participle of appall. As a verb, it means To fill with horror; to dismay.
Appalled in Brief
| Part of speech | adjective, verb |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | aghast, dismayed and shocked |
| Comparative / superlative | more appalled, most appalled |
Appalled Definition (Adjective)
- Shocked, horrified by something unpleasant.
Appalled as a Verb
- simple past and past participle of appall
- simple past and past participle of appal
Verb
- To fill with horror; to dismay.
The evidence put forth at the court appalled most of the jury.
- To make pale; to blanch.
- To weaken; to reduce in strength
- To grow faint; to become weak; to become dismayed or discouraged.
- To lose flavour or become stale.
Synonyms of Appalled
Appalled synonyms and antonyms →Appalled in a Sentence
The evidence put forth at the court appalled most of the jury.
Word Forms & Grammar
appalled (comparative more appalled, superlative most appalled)
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Words That Rhyme With Appalled
Origin of Appalled
From appall + -ed.
Frequently Asked Questions About Appalled
Is appalled an adjective or a verb?
Appalled is mainly used as an adjective, but it can also be used as a verb.
What is another word for appalled?
Words with a similar meaning to appalled include aghast, dismayed and shocked. See the full list of appalled synonyms and antonyms.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of appalled?
The comparative form is more appalled and the superlative form is most appalled.