horror

Meanings

• noun

  An intense feeling of fear, shock, or disgust.

  - "The horror movie kept me awake all night."
  - "The survivor of the accident described the horror of the scene."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈhɑɹɚ/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

nightmare

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with horror
borrow , tomorrow , sorrow , morrow

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Variants

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horror , horrors , horror show , horror shows , horror stories , horror story , horror-struck , horror of horrors , have a horror of , shock horror , to someone's horror

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Forms

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horrors, horrified, horrifying

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Etymology

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From the Latin horrere meaning 'to bristle with fear'.

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Trivia

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1. Horror movies were once banned in some countries due to their graphic content.

2. The first horror novel is considered to be 'Frankenstein' by Mary Shelley.

3. The word 'horror' appears in the titles of over 1,000 movies.

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Related Concepts

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1. Gothic literature: A literary genre that emphasizes mood, atmosphere, and supernatural elements, often set in old castles or haunted houses.

2. Slasher films: A subgenre of horror films that emphasize graphic violence and shock value, often featuring a serial killer or monster.

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Culture

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Horror has been a popular genre in literature, art, film, and music since ancient times. It explores fear and the unknown, often using supernatural or psychological elements to evoke a sense of terror and suspense.

How to Memorize "horror"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a dark and creepy scene, with eerie sounds and a sense of impending danger. Visualize the fear on the faces of the characters.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'horror' with things that make you feel scared or uneasy, such as spiders, ghosts, or the dark.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym HORROR to remember the different elements of horror stories: H - Haunting, O - Overwhelming, R - Repulsive, R - Riveting, O - Outrageous, R - Revealing.

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