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awful vs abominable

abominable vs awful

awful and abominable both are adjectives.

awful is an adverb but abominable is not an adverb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
awful No Yes No Yes
abominable No Yes No No
As adjectives, awful and abominable are synonyms defined as:
  • awful and abominable: exceptionally bad or displeasing
Other synonyms of awful include atrocious, dreadful, painful, terrible, unspeakable.
awful (adjective) abominable (adjective)
offensive or even (of persons) malicious exceptionally bad or displeasing
causing fear or dread or terror unequivocally detestable
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
awful (adverb) abominable (adverb)
used as intensifiers
Difference between awful and abominable

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