Gory

Pronunciation: /ˈɡɔri/

Definitions of gory

adjective involving or showing violence and bloodshed

Example Sentences

A1 The horror movie had some gory scenes that made me cover my eyes.

A2 The crime scene was very gory with blood splattered everywhere.

B1 The novel described the battle in gory detail, leaving nothing to the imagination.

B2 The documentary showed the aftermath of the accident in a gory and realistic way.

C1 The special effects in the movie were so gory that it looked almost too real.

C2 The artist's paintings were known for their gory and graphic depictions of violence and death.

Examples of gory in a Sentence

formal The crime scene was extremely gory, with blood splattered everywhere.

informal That horror movie was so gory, it made me feel sick.

slang I can't handle gory stuff like that, it freaks me out.

figurative The details of the scandal were gory, revealing the corruption within the company.

Grammatical Forms of gory

• past tense: gored
• plural: gories
• comparative: gorier
• superlative: goriest
• present tense: gore
• future tense: will gore
• perfect tense: have gored
• continuous tense: is goring
• singular: gory
• positive degree: gory
• infinitive: gore
• gerund: goring
• participle: gored

Origin and Evolution of gory

First Known Use: 0014 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'gory' is believed to have originated from the Middle English word 'gorey', which meant covered in blood.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'gory' has retained its association with blood and violence, but its usage has expanded to describe anything gruesome or horrifying.