The meaning of LURID is causing horror or revulsion : gruesome. How to use lurid in a sentence. Synonym Discussion of Lurid.

LURID definition: gruesome; horrible; revolting. See examples of lurid used in a sentence.

lurid adjective (SHOCKING) Add to word list (especially of a description) shocking because involving violence, sex, or immoral activity:

If you say that something is lurid, you are critical of it because it involves a lot of violence, sex, or shocking detail.

Definition of lurid adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

Nov 14, 2025 · lurid (comparative more lurid, superlative most lurid) Pruriently detailed and sensationalistic about something shocking or horrifying, especially with regard to violence or …

1. gruesome; horrible; revolting: the lurid details of an accident. 2. wildly dramatic or sensational; shocking: the lurid tales of pulp magazines. 3. shining with an unnatural, fiery glow; garishly …