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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

gruesome

/ˈɡruːsəm/ adjective · British & US
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What does gruesome mean?

adjective

Causing a feeling of shock, disgust, or horror; extremely unpleasant or frightening.

Example

"The gruesome details of the crime were not suitable for public consumption."

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