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Meaning of hideously
The primary meaning of the word "hideously" is in a manner that is extremely unpleasant or frightening.
Etymology of hideously
The word "hideously" is derived from the adjective "hideous", which originated from the Old French word "hideous", and is related to the Latin word "hidiosus", meaning "odious" or "detestable".
The word has been used in the English language since the 15th century to describe something that is extremely ugly, unpleasant, or frightening.
Synonyms
atrociously
appallingly
horribly
terribly
awfully
frightfully
gruesomely
heinously
shockingly
disgustingly
repulsively
revoltingly
nauseatingly
sickeningly
distastefully
unpleasantly
horribly
vilely
odiously
detestably
abominably
egregiously
outrageously
scandalously
monstrously
fiendishly
diabolically
malevolently
wickedly
villainously
cruelly
brutally
savagely
barbarously
inhumanly
Definitions
- In a way that is extremely unpleasant or frightening, typically because of being very ugly or violent.
- * In a way that is morally repugnant or offensive.
Usage Examples
- The movie was hideously violent and not suitable for young children.
- * The criminal acted hideously, showing no remorse for his actions.
- * The house was decorated hideously, with clashing colors and patterns.
Antonyms
beautifully
attractively
pleasingly
delightfully
wonderfully
marvelously
superbly
excellently
nicely
pleasantly
tastefully
elegantly
refinedly
culturedly
sophisticatedly
gracefully
charmingly
alluringly
enticingly
appealingly
lovely
nicely