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aghast

adjective

/əˈɡæst/

Meaning

filled with shock or horror

The audience was aghast at the tragic scene.

horrified, shocked, appalled, stunned

calm, composed, indifferent

look aghast, aghast at, utterly aghast

Excessively sweet or sentimental.

unlikely to happen or be true; improbable

deserved, appropriate, and fitting (especially punishment)

relating to government revenue, taxes, or financial matters

Health-giving; promoting well-being.

Combining social and political factors.