scary

[ˈskɛri]

scary Definition

• 1. causing fear or alarm; frightening
• 2. easily scared; timid

Using scary: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "scary" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The movie was too scary for me to watch alone.

• Example

  She has a scary encounter with a bear while hiking.

• Example

  The haunted house was filled with scary decorations and sound effects.

scary Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for scary

• frightening
• terrifying
• spooky
• creepy
• hair-raising

Antonyms for scary

• comforting
• reassuring

Phrases with scary

• scary movie

  a film that is intended to frighten, shock, or unsettle the viewer

  Example

  I don't like watching scary movies before bed because they give me nightmares.

• scary good

  an expression used to describe something that is both scary and impressive or excellent

  Example

  The team's performance was scary good, dominating their opponents in every aspect of the game.

• scaredy-cat

  a person who is easily frightened or timid

  Example

  Don't be such a scaredy-cat, it's just a harmless spider.

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Summary: scary in Brief

The term 'scary' [ˈskɛri] describes something that causes fear or alarm, or someone who is easily scared. It can refer to movies, encounters, or decorations, as in 'The haunted house was filled with scary decorations and sound effects.' 'Scary' extends into phrases like 'scary movie,' and 'scary good,' denoting something that is both scary and impressive or excellent.