frightening

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun the act of inspiring with fear
  2. verb cause fear in
  3. verb drive out by frightening

Etymology

From frighten + -ing.

In classic literature

Synonyms

terrorization, terrorisation

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