Ghoulish Meaning in English
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Definition
Describes something that is unpleasantly interested in death, horror, or gruesome things, often in a way that seems unnatural or creepy.
Usage & Nuances
Mainly used in formal or literary contexts; commonly describes fascination with the morbid, such as horror stories or media coverage of gruesome events. Not for everyday annoyance or minor creepiness; better for strong, disturbing imagery.
Example Sentences
That horror movie had many ghoulish scenes.
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He told a ghoulish story about ghosts and graveyards.
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The journalist wrote a ghoulish article about the accident.
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She has a rather ghoulish fascination with crime documentaries.
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His sense of humor is a bit ghoulish—he loves telling spooky jokes.
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There was something ghoulish about the way people stared at the scene.
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