1. the quality of being extremely bad, unpleasant, or of poor quality
2. the quality of inspiring awe or reverence; solemnity
Usage: formal; archaic

Examples

• The awfulness of the movie made everyone leave early.
• She couldn’t believe the awfulness of the weather during their vacation.
• The awfulness of his cooking was legendary among his friends.
• The report detailed the awfulness of conditions in the refugee camp.
• They were struck by the awfulness of the cathedral’s interior.
• The awfulness of the moment left everyone speechless.