frightening Definition
making someone afraid or anxious; terrifying.
Using frightening: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "frightening" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The movie was too frightening for young children.
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The sound of the thunder was frightening.
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The idea of being lost in the woods at night is frightening.
frightening Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for frightening
- terrifying
- scary
- hair-raising
Antonyms for frightening
- comforting
- reassuring
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Summary: frightening in Brief
The adjective 'frightening' [ˈfraɪtənɪŋ] describes something that makes someone feel afraid or anxious, often to a high degree. Examples include movies that are too scary for young children, the sound of thunder, and the idea of being lost in the woods at night.
