grotesque
//ɡrəʊˈtɛsk//
Adjective
grotesqueCanonical form
more grotesqueComparative
most grotesqueSuperlative
1
Comically or repulsively ugly or distorted in appearance.
The grotesque mask frightened the children at the festival.
2
Incongruous or inappropriate to a shocking degree; absurdly exaggerated.
The company's grotesque mismanagement led to its downfall.
Noun
grotesqueSingular
grotesquesPlural
1
A very ugly or comically distorted figure, creature, or image.
The old cathedral was decorated with grotesques carved into the stone walls.
2
A style of decorative art featuring intertwined human and animal forms with flowers and foliage.
The ceiling of the palace was decorated with elaborate grotesques featuring vines and mythical creatures.