Horror
6 lettersnouncommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
An intense feeling of fear, shock, or disgust.
“The movie filled her with horror and dread.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ˈhɒrə/
Syllables
hor·ror
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Double R pattern with O-R combinations.
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Worth 9 points; good use of double R.
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