hɔːˈrɛndəs

Definitions

1. adjective

causing or feeling intense disgust or horror; extremely bad or unpleasant

“The film’s gruesome special effects were considered horrendous by many viewers.”

2. noun

something that causes or feels intense disgust or horror

“The sight of the accident was a horrendous thing to behold.”

3. adverb

in a way that causes or feels intense disgust or horror

“The director’s decision was made horrendously, without any regard for the consequences.”