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grisly vs grim

grim vs grisly

grisly and grim both are adjectives.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
grisly No Yes No No
grim No Yes No No
As adjectives, grisly and grim are synonyms defined as:
  • grisly and grim: shockingly repellent; inspiring horror
Other synonyms of grisly include ghastly, gruesome, macabre, sick.
grisly (adjective) grim (adjective)
shockingly repellent; inspiring horror shockingly repellent; inspiring horror
filled with melancholy and despondency
causing dejection
not to be placated or appeased or moved by entreaty
harshly ironic or sinister
harshly uninviting or formidable in manner or appearance
Difference between grisly and grim

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