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Translate files Frightened
/ˈfraɪtən(d)/
Meaning & Definition
adjective
Feeling fear or anxiety; scared.
The frightened child clung to her mother's leg during the thunderstorm.
Having a sense of panic or distress due to a perceived threat or danger.
He was frightened when he heard strange noises coming from the dark hallway.
Causing fear in someone; alarming.
The frightened look on her face indicated that she had seen something unexpected.
Etymology
Past participle of fright; from Middle English 'frighten' which comes from Old English 'fyrhto', meaning 'to frighten'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
frightened out of one's wits:
Utterly terrified.
frightened to death:
So scared one could feel like dying.
jump out of one's skin:
To react with sudden fear.
Related Words
Slang Meanings
Freaked out
She was totally freaked out after watching that horror movie.
Spooked
He got spooked when he heard the noise in the dark.