Word FRIGHTEN: meanings, synonyms & antonyms

frighten

🇺🇸 [ˈfraɪtən]

Meanings

To make someone feel afraid or scared. It often refers to a sudden or unexpected experience that causes anxiety or alarm. The act of frightening can be intentional or accidental, often with the aim of surprising or shocking someone.

Examples

• The loud noise frightened the children and made them run away.
• He didn’t mean to frighten her, but his sudden appearance startled her.
• The dark shadows in the alley seemed to frighten him.

Synonyms

scare • terrify • alarm

Antonyms

calm • comfort • soothe