— atrociously , adv. — atrociousness , n.
/euh troh"sheuhs/ , adj.
1. extremely or shockingly wicked, cruel, or brutal: an atrocious crime.
2. shockingly bad or tasteless; dreadful; abominable: an atrocious painting; atrocious manners.
[ 1660-70; ATROCI(TY) + -OUS ]
Syn. 1. felonious, heinous, monstrous, diabolical, devilish. 2. execrable; detestable.