horrescent

/ˈhɔrɪsnt/

Definitions

1. adjective

arousing horror or fear; frightening

“The horrescent figure in the dark corner of the room sent shivers down my spine.”

2. noun

a feeling of horror or fear; an instance of arousing horror or fear

“The horrescent was palpable in the air as the audience watched the scary movie.”

Synonyms

  • fearsome
  • frightful

Antonyms

  • amusing
  • charming