horrific
UK/hɒ'rifik/US
GREC2
Definitions
adj.
Causing horror; extremely shocking, frightening, or disturbing.
可怕的，骇人的，令人毛骨悚然的。
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedhorr ('to bristle with fear, dread') + -ific (-fic, from fac 'make') = 'making one shudder with horror.' The -ific suffix (terrific, horrific, prolific) means 'producing/making X.' Horrific = horror-making.
Common Collocations
- 1.horrific crime骇人的罪行
- 2.horrific accident可怕的事故
- 3.horrific injuries可怕的伤势
Example Sentences
- 1.
Rescuers described the scene of the crash as horrific.
- 2.
The report detailed horrific conditions in the camp.