Appall
/əˈpɔːl/
To feel really shocked and upset because something is very bad or surprising, like seeing something mean or unfair.
Examples
- I was appalled to see someone littering in our beautiful park.
- It would appall my teacher if we didn't clean up our classroom after art class.
- My parents were appalled when they found out I hadn't done my homework.
Synonyms
shock
horrify
disturb
sadden
dismay
frighten
Antonyms
comfort
cheer
please
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