gruesome

"The accident was horrific; everyone was badly injured. "

"The loud thunder and flashing lightning created a frightful atmosphere during the storm. "

"The drummer emphasized the ands in the song, making the rhythm very clear. "

"The old city had strong walls to protect it from enemies. "

"The drink splattered all over me, the table, and the floor when I knocked it over."

"Do you want to come with?"

"The disaster shocked the world."

"The Bloods are a rival gang at the high school. "

"the scene of the crime"

"The old woman's face was ghastly pale after the long illness. "

"I solved all of the acrosses, but then got stuck on 3 down."

"Shoplifting is a crime. "