terrifying

[ˈterəfaɪɪŋ]

terrifying Definition

causing extreme fear or terror.

Using terrifying: Examples

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

  • Example

    The sound of the explosion was absolutely terrifying.

  • Example

    She had a terrifying experience while hiking in the mountains.

  • Example

    The movie was so terrifying that I couldn't sleep at night.

terrifying Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for terrifying

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Summary: terrifying in Brief

The adjective 'terrifying' [ˈterəfaɪɪŋ] means causing extreme fear or terror. It is often used to describe experiences, sounds, or movies that are very frightening, such as 'The sound of the explosion was absolutely terrifying.' Synonyms include 'frightening' and 'scary,' while informal alternatives are 'spooky' and 'creepy.'

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