Horrible
Adjective
UK
/ˈhɒr.ə.bəl/
US
/ˈhɔːr.ə.bəl/
Level: Easy - A1 (Beginner)
Definition
Very bad, unpleasant, or causing fear or dislike.
Example
"The weather was horrible today."
"That video was so horrible that she couldn’t finish watching it."
"She felt horrible after saying something unkind to her friend."
Explanation
Horrible means very bad, unpleasant, or causing fear or dislike. For example, the food tasted horrible. It can describe anything that makes you feel scared, upset, or uncomfortable, like a horrible dream or a horrible accident. People often use “horrible” to talk about bad experiences, smells, or behaviour. It’s stronger than “bad” and shows strong dislike or fear.