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Definition horrible in British English

horrible adjective

adjective
/ˈhɒrəb(ə)l/
1

very unpleasant

Example

I've had a horrible day at work.

Example

Whiting died a horrible death.

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2

used for describing someone or something that you do not like

Example

The medicine tasted horrible.

Example

a horrible squeaking noise

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3

unkind

Example

Stop being so horrible to me.

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Definition horrible in British English