Gruesomer: meaning, definitions and examples

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gruesomer

 

[ ˈɡruːsəm ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

describing something

The term 'gruesome' refers to something that is shockingly repellent, often involving loss of life or serious injury. It can describe scenes that are horrifying and cause a strong emotional reaction, particularly disgust and fear. Gruesome details might be found in crime stories, horror films, or recounts of accidents. The word underscores the severity and brutality of a situation or event, highlighting the distasteful aspects.

Synonyms

appalling, disgusting, ghastly, horrific, macabre.

Examples of usage

  • The movie was filled with gruesome scenes of violence.
  • The report included gruesome details about the crime.
  • He described the accident in gruesome detail.
  • Gruesome images from the battlefield shocked the audience.

Translations

Translations of the word "gruesomer" in other languages:

🇵🇹 atroz

🇮🇳 भयानक

🇩🇪 grässlich

🇮🇩 mengerikan

🇺🇦 жахливий

🇵🇱 okropny

🇯🇵 恐ろしい

🇫🇷 atroce

🇪🇸 horrendo

🇹🇷 dehşet verici

🇰🇷 끔찍한

🇸🇦 مروع

🇨🇿 hrůzný

🇸🇰 hrôzostrašný

🇨🇳 可怕的

🇸🇮 strašen

🇮🇸 hræðilegt

🇰🇿 қатігез

🇬🇪 საშინელი

🇦🇿 dəhşətli

🇲🇽 horrendo

Etymology

The word 'gruesome' originates from the English language and dates back to the early 19th century, first appearing in print in 1810. It is derived from the word 'grue,' which means to cause to shudder or to be afraid. 'Grue,' and by extension 'gruesome,' is believed to be related to the Middle English 'gruesom,' which meant 'fearful' or 'dreadful.' The usage of 'gruesome' has evolved to encompass not just fear but also the grotesque qualities of something that evokes horror or revulsion. Similar words have appeared in various forms across languages, but 'gruesome' has become a staple in the English lexicon, particularly in discussions involving horror, crime, and other subjects invoking strong emotional responses.