gory
word
Definition
Describes something that shows or involves a lot of blood and violence, often making people feel sick or uncomfortable.
Usage & Nuances
"Gory" is informal and often used for movies, books, photos, or news about violence or accidents. Not appropriate for formal writing. Often paired with words like "details," "scene," or "movie". Do not confuse with "glory."
Spanish: sangriento - sangrientaPortuguese (BR): sangrento - sangrentaPortuguese (PT): sangrento - sangrentaChinese (Simplified): 血腥的Chinese (Traditional): 血腥的Hindi: खूनी - रक्तरंजितArabic: دامي - مليء بالدم
Example Sentences
The movie was too gory for young kids.
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She doesn't like gory stories.
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There are some gory scenes in that game.
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He gave a gory description of the accident that made everyone uncomfortable.
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Some people enjoy gory horror films, but I find them disturbing.
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If you can't handle gory details, you should skip this part of the documentary.
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