appalled

[ uh-pawld ]

adjective

1. overcome with horror, shock, outrage, or dismay:

   I am appalled at the very idea of selling one’s vote.

verb

1. the simple past tense and past participle of appall ( def ).

Word History and Origins

Origin of appalled¹

appall + -ed ²( def )

Example Sentences

The Diocese said the investigation found other instances of mismanagement beyond the music video that appalled some, including unapproved financial transfers.

From BBC

"We are disappointed and appalled really, that firefighters are facing attacks from the public," Mr Tovey said.

From BBC

I'm appalled that you have to think about that so often.

From BBC

Harrods' new owners have previously said they were "utterly appalled" by the allegations and were investigating whether any current staff were involved.

From BBC

They want Trump to be awful — precisely because the people they view as their political foes will be so appalled if he wins.

From Salon

Related Words

• astonished
• awed
• baffled
• befuddled
• dazed
• mystified
• perplexed
• puzzled
• rattled
• shocked
• startled
• stunned
• surprised