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abominable vs awful

awful vs abominable

abominable and awful both are adjectives.

abominable is not an adverb while awful is an adverb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
abominable No Yes No No
awful No Yes No Yes
As adjectives, abominable and awful are synonyms defined as:
  • abominable and awful: exceptionally bad or displeasing
Other synonyms of abominable include atrocious, dreadful, painful, terrible, unspeakable.
abominable (adjective) awful (adjective)
exceptionally bad or displeasing offensive or even (of persons) malicious
unequivocally detestable causing fear or dread or terror
exceptionally bad or displeasing
extreme in degree or extent or amount or impact
inspiring awe or admiration or wonder
inspired by a feeling of fearful wonderment or reverence
abominable (adverb) awful (adverb)
used as intensifiers
Difference between abominable and awful

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