scared
Translation
scared, frightened
Examples
The little boy is scared of the dark.
The little boy is scared of the dark.
I'm scared to tell him the truth.
I'm scared to tell him the truth.
Grammar Patterns
scared of ((sth./sb.)) frightened of something The little boy is scared of the dark.
scared to ((do sth.)) frightened to do something I'm scared to tell him the truth.
Similar Words
Synonyms: afraid, frightened; Antonyms: brave, courageous
Etymology
The past participle of the verb 'to scare'.
Memory Tips
If something is 'scary', it makes you feel 'scared'.