atrocious

Definition of "atrocious"
  1. Describes something that is exceptionally cruel or extremely vicious
How to use "atrocious" in a sentence
  1. The judge found the defendant's actions to be atrocious, resulting in harsher sentencing.
  2. Defense attorneys argued that the evidence showed an atrocious disregard for human life.
  3. The atrocious nature of the crime led to widespread public outrage.

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