How Do You Spell APPALLS?

Pronunciation: [ɐpˈɔːlz] (IPA)

The word "appalls" is spelled with two L's because it follows the doubling rule in English. When a verb ends with a consonant followed by a stressed vowel and another consonant, the final consonant is doubled before adding suffixes that begin with a vowel. In IPA phonetic transcription, "appalls" is pronounced /əˈpɔlz/, with the stress on the second syllable and the final sound being a voiced /z/. This word means to cause someone to feel shocked or horrified.

APPALLS Meaning and Definition

  1. The verb "appalls" refers to the act of greatly disturbing, shocking, or horrifying someone. It encompasses an intense emotional response to something that is deeply offensive, repulsive, or disagreeable.

    When a person is appalled, they experience a profound sense of disgust, dismay, or dismay at something they perceive as morally wrong, grotesque, or disturbing. This strong negative reaction is usually caused by encountering an event, behavior, circumstance, or revelation that violates their values, beliefs, or expectations.

    The feeling of being appalled often manifests physically and emotionally, leading to expressions of shock, disbelief, or even outrage. It can also trigger physiological responses such as a rapid heartbeat, increased sweating, or a feeling of nausea. One can be appalled by a wide range of subjects, including acts of violence, cruelty, injustice, or reckless behavior.

    The term "appalls" is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts to describe a deep and unsettling feeling of horror, revulsion, or shock. It is frequently employed to convey a strong disapproval or condemnation towards an action, decision, or situation that is considered morally reprehensible or outrageous. The word appalls captures the intensity of the negative emotional response, emphasizing the profound impact such an experience has on an individual's psyche.

Common Misspellings for APPALLS

Etymology of APPALLS

The word "appalls" is derived from the Old French word "appalir", which means to grow pale or make pale. This in turn comes from the Latin word "pallēre", which means to be pale or turn pale. Ultimately, the Latin root can be traced back to the Proto-Indo-European word *pel-, meaning pale or gray.

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Conjugate verb Appalls

CONDITIONAL

I would appall
we would appall
you would appall
he/she/it would appall
they would appall

FUTURE

I will appall
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they will appall

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have appalled
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PAST

I appalled
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you appalled
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they appalled

PAST PERFECT

I had appalled
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you had appalled
he/she/it had appalled
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PRESENT

I appall
we appall
you appall
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they appall

PRESENT PERFECT

I have appalled
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they have appalled
I am appalling
we are appalling
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I was appalling
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I would be appalling
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