Aghast

usgb/əˈɡæst/
adjective

Filled with horror or shock.

She looked at him aghast when he said he was leaving.
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Often appears as...

  • look/stand aghast
  • aghast at the situation
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Extreme Surprise

Aghast expresses extreme shock, typically at something unexpected or alarming.

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The guests were aghast at the sudden appearance of a snake in the dining room.
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Intensity Emphasis

Use 'aghast' to emphasize the intensity of someone's reaction to horrifying news or events.

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The judge was aghast upon hearing the gruesome details of the crime.
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Immediate Reaction

'Aghast' often describes an immediate reaction, rather than a long-term state.

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They stood aghast at the sight of the destroyed village.
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