frighten

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Frighten Definition & Meaning

1. To cause fear or terror in someone or something.

Example: The loud thunder frightened the dog.

2. To make someone feel scared or anxious.

Example: The horror movie frightened me so much that i couldn't sleep.

3. To startle or surprise someone suddenly.

Example: The sudden appearance of the spider frightened me.

4. To intimidate or threaten someone.

Example: The bully tried to frighten the new kid by making threats.

5. To cause someone to feel uneasy or uncomfortable.

Example: The dark alleyway frightened her, so she decided to take a different route.

Examples of the word frighten used in sentences.

  • The little girl was frightened of the monster under her bed.
  • Don't jump out and frighten your sister like that again!
  • The horror movie really frightened me!
  • The loud thunder frightened the dog.
  • He was frightened when the car nearly hit him.
  • The loud thunder scared me and my dog.
  • I was so frightened when I saw the spider crawling towards me.
  • Don't frighten the children by showing them horror movies.
  • The thought of flying on a plane alone can frighten some people.
  • The loud noise outside at night frightened me and I couldn't sleep.
  • The sound of the barking dog frightened the mailman as he made his rounds.
  • The loud thunder frightened the small child.
  • The sudden movement of the spider across the wall frightened me.
  • The thought of speaking in public frightened me so much that I avoided it for years.
  • I don't like horror movies because they always frighten me.
  • I always feel frightened when I have to speak in front of a large group of people.
  • The horror movie I watched last night really frightened me.
  • The idea of losing my job and being unemployed period really frightens me.
  • I was frightened by the sound of glass breaking in the middle of the night.
  • The sudden thunderstorms during the night really frighten my dog.
  • The sudden loud noise startled me and it frightened my cat, who ran away.
  • I was frightened to discover a spider crawling on my pillow in the middle of the night.
  • Despite her fear of heights, she managed to conquer her anxiety and took the plunge, bungee jumping off a bridge.
  • The dark alley at night can be very frightening, especially for those who are alone.
  • The horror movie was so intense, it frightened even the bravest of viewers.
  • The mere mention of the word "snake" was enough to frighten the young girl, making her shiver with fear.
  • The thought of losing one's freedom is enough to frighten anyone who values their independence.
  • The concept of death can frighten some people, while others view it as a natural part of life.
  • The eerie silence of the abandoned house had the potential to frighten anyone who dared to enter.
  • The loud thunderclaps and flashes of lightening during the storm were enough to frighten even the bravest of souls.
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