Ghoulish Definition & Meaning

ghoulish
adjective
  1. suggesting the horror of death and decay; "morbid details"

"Ghoulish" in song lyrics

See how ghoulish is used in real songs:

  • "Still we maintain without image all ghoulish"
    Rise & The Avid Record Collector f/ Substantial — New York

Usage tips for "ghoulish"

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