ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Terrifying

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈtɛɹɪfaɪ.ɪŋ/ · Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Terrifying is an adjective meaning Frightening or intimidating.

Meaning

Frightening or intimidating.

More Meanings

  1. Of a formidable nature; terrific.
  2. present participle and gerund of terrify

Example Sentences

terrifying film
terrifying ride
terrifying dream
terrifying story

Synonyms for terrifying

Depending on context, synonyms include affreux, alarming, spine-tingling, appalling, eldritch, buggish.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include alarming, terrific, fearsome, frightening, scary, fearful.

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