horrify
verbUK /ˈhɒr.ɪ.faɪ/
US /ˈhɔːr.ə.faɪ/
To make someone feel very scared or shocked.
The loud scream in the dark movie made the little boy feel horrified.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. To fill someone with strong dislike or disgust.
The mess in the kitchen horrified the guests.
3. To cause someone to feel deep dismay or upset.
The news of the accident horrified the whole town.
4. To shock someone by being very bad or unacceptable.
His rude behavior horrified the teacher.