as in terrified
filled with fear or dread
I stood there, aghast, as the vile monster made its way toward me
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Recent Examples of aghast
That view has left many in Europe aghast, particularly in countries near Russia, like Poland and the Baltic States.
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Tomas Dapkus, New York Times, 10 Apr. 2025
European leaders are aghast at America’s autocratic lurch.
—David Axe, Forbes, 24 Feb. 2025
Between this niggling thought in the back of some Faithfuls’ minds, as well as the fact that Danielle was so aghast at her best friend’s betrayal earlier in the final episode, the remaining contestants could not in good conscience go to the fire pit with Britney still alive and breathing.
—Kimi Robinson, USA TODAY, 7 Mar. 2025
And last week, European leaders were aghast as the Trump administration held talks with Russia toward a possible peace deal for Ukraine — without Ukraine or any of its European neighbors at the table.
—Fatima Al-Kassab, NPR, 26 Feb. 2025
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Tomas Dapkus, New York Times, 10 Apr. 2025
European leaders are aghast at America’s autocratic lurch.
—David Axe, Forbes, 24 Feb. 2025
Between this niggling thought in the back of some Faithfuls’ minds, as well as the fact that Danielle was so aghast at her best friend’s betrayal earlier in the final episode, the remaining contestants could not in good conscience go to the fire pit with Britney still alive and breathing.
—Kimi Robinson, USA TODAY, 7 Mar. 2025
And last week, European leaders were aghast as the Trump administration held talks with Russia toward a possible peace deal for Ukraine — without Ukraine or any of its European neighbors at the table.
—Fatima Al-Kassab, NPR, 26 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for aghast
Adjective
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Namely, attendees can expect a number of high-energy sets from various DJs — who hopefully aren’t afraid of heights — throughout the temporary venue’s run, starting with a sneak peek performance by Carlita on May 16.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
12 May 2025
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Of course, none of this is easy—many of us are conditioned to wait for a chain of approvals or are afraid of making mistakes.—
Vanina Marcote,
Forbes.com,
12 May 2025
Adjective
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These failures in public safety have led to stories from frightened educators, anxious students, and unsafe conditions for our city’s public school communities.—
Savanah Jackson,
New York Daily News,
27 Apr. 2025
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Were there any moments on set where people were seriously quite frightened?—
Lily Ford,
HollywoodReporter,
18 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Business buyers aren’t scared of founders with strong personal brands.—
Lien De Pau,
Forbes.com,
30 Apr. 2025
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Everyone, including the CBFC, is too scared of a potential outrage.—
Viren Naidu,
IndieWire,
29 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Merz, visibly shocked, rose to confer with colleagues.—
Kirsti Knolle,
USA Today,
7 May 2025
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The co-worker’s laughter turned into a shocked expression after seeing the winning ticket.—
Mike Stunson,
Kansas City Star,
6 May 2025
Adjective
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After the birth, Curtis became alarmed when her daughter spit up a bit of blood.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Apr. 2025
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What’s alarming is that so many voters and leaders are not more alarmed by his catch-me-if-you-can extortion.—
Mark Green,
New York Daily News,
20 Apr. 2025
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“Aghast.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aghast. Accessed 18 May. 2025.
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