appalling

The definition of appalling is something that is so bad that it causes people to be shocked, get angry about it or be terrified by it.

(adjective)

The grim condition of people in poverty-stricken areas is an example of an appalling condition.

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See appalling in Webster's New World College Dictionary

adjective

causing horror, shock, or dismay

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See appalling in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adjective
Causing consternation or dismay; frightful: appalling working conditions; appalling violence.

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  • ap·pallˈing·ly adverb

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