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UK//ðæt wəz ɡrɒs//US//ðæt wəz ɡroʊs//

Meaning of That was gross

That was very unpleasant or disgusting.

In simple words: That was unpleasant or disgusting.

That was gross in a sentence

  • When I saw the moldy bread, I thought, 'That was gross.'
  • The smell from the garbage was so bad, I said, 'That was gross!'
  • After tasting the spoiled milk, I couldn’t help but exclaim, 'That was gross.'
  • The movie had some scenes that were just too graphic; I felt like saying, 'That was gross.'
  • Seeing the insects in the salad made her cry out, 'That was gross!'

How to use That was gross

Commonly used in casual conversations to express strong dislike or disgust. Avoid in formal settings.

Grammar pattern

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Memory hint

Think of 'gross' as a 'gross mistake' that makes you feel sick.

Related words

Collocations with That was gross

  • that was really gross
  • that was so gross
  • that was absolutely gross

Synonyms for That was gross

Common mistakes with That was gross

  • Used too frequently; reserve for stronger reactions.
  • Confused with 'that was great' for positive remarks.

Compare That was gross with Disgusting, Nasty, Offensive

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Frequently asked questions about That was gross

What does That was gross mean?

That was unpleasant or disgusting.

What is the definition of That was gross?

That was very unpleasant or disgusting.

How do you use That was gross in a sentence?

When I saw the moldy bread, I thought, 'That was gross.'

Can you give another example of That was gross?

The smell from the garbage was so bad, I said, 'That was gross!'

What are synonyms for That was gross?

Common alternatives include disgusting, revolting, nasty, offensive, distasteful.

What words go with That was gross?

It commonly pairs with that was really gross, that was so gross, that was absolutely gross.

What are common mistakes when using That was gross?

Used too frequently; reserve for stronger reactions. Confused with 'that was great' for positive remarks.

How do you pronounce That was gross?

US: //ðæt wəz ɡroʊs//, UK: //ðæt wəz ɡrɒs//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is That was gross formal or informal?

"That was gross" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use That was gross?

Commonly used in casual conversations to express strong dislike or disgust. Avoid in formal settings.