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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, like treacle.

not previously seen or noticed; invisible; hidden

causing displeasure or resentment; insulting; aggressive

continuing without becoming weaker or less strict; unyielding

demanding a lot of effort, attention, or precision

Not reformed or showing no signs of change; stubbornly refusing to reform or repent.