What is another word for aghast?

1083 synonyms found

Pronunciation:

[ ɐɡˈast], [ ɐɡˈast], [ ɐ_ɡ_ˈa_s_t]

Aghast is an adjective that describes a feeling of shock or horror. It is often used to express a sense of disbelief or astonishment. There are several synonyms for the word aghast, including appalled, horrified, stunned, shocked, and amazed. These words are used to convey a similar sense of shock or dismay at something unexpected or unpleasant. Other synonyms for aghast include dismayed, astounded, bewildered, flabbergasted, and stupefied. These words can be used interchangeably with aghast in most contexts, though they may have slightly different connotations or shades of meaning depending on the situation.

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How to use "Aghast" in context?

When I saw the shark swimming towards me, I was aghast. I couldn't believe it when I saw the large fin sticking out of the water. The shark had flanked me as I swam and I knew that there was no way to escape. It was only a matter of time before the shark caught me.

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