Horrified/ˈhɔːrɪfaɪd/ Definition 1 of 1Pro Tip 1/3Emotional Intensity Used for expressing a powerful emotional reaction to something extremely negative. They were horrified by the cruelty witnessed during the war. Pro Tip 2/3Strong Disapproval Shows deep disapproval or disgust, not just mild dislike. I'm horrified at the thought of anyone treating animals poorly. Pro Tip 3/3Unexpected Shock Often used when something is shockingly worse than expected. She was horrified to discover her private messages had been leaked.