Entry Word: awful

Function: adjective

Meaning: 1 causing intense displeasure, disgust, or resentment <that's an awful thing to say about someone> — see offensive 1
2 causing wonder or astonishment <the awful power of Niagara Falls> — see marvelous 1
3 extremely disturbing or repellent <spare me the awful details of the murder> — see horrible 1
4 extremely unsatisfactory <I can't believe I spent good money to see that movie—it was awful> — see wretched 1