Aghast

Feeling shocked or amazed, usually because something very surprising or frightening has happened.

Examples

• When I opened the history book and discovered that some ancient civilizations practiced human sacrifice, I was completely aghast at how different their values were compared to ours today.
• During the science fair, I was aghast to see my classmate's volcano project erupt in a spectacular explosion, covering the table with colorful baking soda and vinegar.
• While watching the news, I felt aghast when I learned about the devastating effects of climate change on polar bears and how their habitats were rapidly disappearing.

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