Entry Word: horrendous

Function: adjective

Meaning: 1 causing fear <a horrendous explosion shook the building> — see fearful 1
2 causing intense displeasure, disgust, or resentment <a horrendous breach of good manners> — see offensive 1
3 extremely disturbing or repellent <emergency room personnel must not flinch even from the most horrendous injuries> — see horrible 1