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ghastly

adjective
/ˈɡæst.li/

Meaning

Causing great horror or fear; very unpleasant.

Example Sentences

The crime scene was a ghastly sight.

Example Expressions

look ghastly

Synonyms

horrible, dreadful, awful, shocking, gruesome

Antonyms

pleasant, delightful, beautiful

Collocations

ghastly mistake, ghastly accident, ghastly appearance, ghastly sight

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