terrified
Translation
terrified, petrified
Examples
The little boy was terrified of the dark.
The little boy was terrified of the dark.
She gave a terrified scream.
She gave a terrified scream.
Grammar Patterns
to be terrified of ((sth./sb.)) to be very scared of (sth./sb.) He is terrified of spiders.
a terrified ((noun)) a (noun) showing great fear She gave a terrified look.
Similar Words
Synonyms: scared, frightened, horrified; Antonyms: brave, calm
Etymology
From the verb 'to terrify', from Latin 'terrere' (to frighten) + 'facere' (to make). Literally 'made to feel terror'.
Memory Tips
This is a strong word, much stronger than 'scared' or 'frightened'. Think of the word 'terror' to remember its intensity.