Definition of macabre

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  • macabre is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 13
  • macabre is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 13
  • macabre is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 16

Definition of macabre

  • shockingly repellent; inspiring horror (adjective)

    Examples

    1. macabre tales of war and plague in the Middle ages
    2. macabre tortures conceived by madmen

    Synonyms

    1. ghastly
    2. grim
    3. grisly
    4. gruesome
    5. sick

See definition of macabre in Merriam Webster