Meaning & Definition of word "Terrify"

verb:

• 1. to cause someone to feel extreme fear.
  • Example: The thought of speaking in front of a large crowd can terrify many people.
• 2. to frighten someone greatly.
  • Example: The horror movie was designed to terrify audiences with its shocking scenes.
• 3. to instill a sense of dread or alarm.
  • Example: The dark, eerie forest seemed to terrify the children as they walked through it.
• 4. to scare or shock someone.
  • Example: The sudden loud noise from the fireworks terrified the dog.