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macabre

[məˈkɑːb]

macabre Definition

disturbing and horrifying because of involvement with or depiction of death and injury.

Using macabre: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "macabre" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The movie was filled with macabre scenes of death and destruction.

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    The Halloween decorations were delightfully macabre.

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    The artist's paintings often feature macabre imagery.

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    The novel had a macabre twist at the end.

macabre Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for macabre

Antonyms for macabre

Phrases with macabre

  • humor that is dark, morbid, or grotesque

    Example

    The comedian's jokes were often criticized for their macabre humor.

  • a strong interest or attraction to disturbing or horrifying subjects

    Example

    Despite her fear of horror movies, she couldn't help but feel a macabre fascination with them.

  • art that features disturbing or horrifying imagery

    Example

    The museum's exhibit on macabre art was not for the faint of heart.

Origins of macabre

from Old French 'Danse Macabre', meaning 'Dance of Death'

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Summary: macabre in Brief

The term 'macabre' [məˈkɑːb] refers to something that is disturbing and horrifying due to its association with death and injury. It can be used to describe movies, decorations, paintings, and novels. Phrases like 'macabre humor' and 'macabre fascination' denote dark humor and a strong interest in disturbing subjects, respectively. 'Macabre art' is a genre that features horrifying imagery.