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Meaning of the word terrify in English

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terrify

US /ˈter.ə.faɪ/
UK /ˈter.ə.faɪ/
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Verb

cause to feel extreme fear

Example:
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The thought of public speaking used to terrify me.
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The sudden loud noise terrified the children.
Synonym:
frighten scare horrify petrify alarm
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Related Word:
terrifying