1.
If you describe a situation or event as ~, you mean that it is extremely shocking or unfair.
She endured the ~ behaviour for years...
= atrocious
ADJ: usu ADJ n
~ly
Your husband’s family has behaved ~ly.
ADV: ADV after v
2.
If you describe an unpleasant thing as ~, you mean that it is extremely large in size or extent.
...a ~ copper edifice...
ADJ: usu ADJ n emphasis
~ly
It would be ~ly unfair...
= hugely
ADV: ADV adj/-ed
3.
If you describe something as ~, you mean that it is extremely frightening because it appears unnatural or ugly.
...the film’s ~ fantasy figure.
= hideous
ADJ: usu ADJ n