Meaning & Definition of Frightened in English
English⟶
Frightened
/fraɪtənd/
adjective
1. Made afraid
- "The frightened child cowered in the corner"
- "Too shocked and scared to move"
synonym:
- frightened,
- scared
2. Thrown into a state of intense fear or desperation
- "Became panicky as the snow deepened"
- "Felt panicked before each exam"
- "Trying to keep back the panic-stricken crowd"
- "The terrified horse bolted"
synonym:
- panicky,
- panicked,
- panic-stricken,
- panic-struck,
- terrified,
- frightened
Examples of using
Tom's rough manner frightened the children.
We were frightened by a savage scream.
Why was Tom frightened?