Definition of grotesque

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • grotesque is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 19
  • grotesque is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 19
  • grotesque is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 21

Definition of grotesque


  • ludicrously odd (adjective)

    Examples

    1. a grotesque reflection in the mirror

    Synonyms

    1. antic
    2. fantastic
    3. fantastical
  • distorted and unnatural in shape or size; abnormal and hideous (adjective)

    Examples

    1. tales of grotesque serpents eight fathoms long that churned the seas

    Synonyms

    1. monstrous
  • art characterized by an incongruous mixture of parts of humans and animals interwoven with plants (noun)

See definition of grotesque in Merriam Webster