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    Aterradora (en. Terrifying)

    /ate.rraˈðo.ɾa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    Inspiring or provoking intense fear.
    The movie was so terrifying that I couldn't sleep.
    La película era tan aterradora que no pude dormir.
    Causing a great impression or amazement due to its unsettling nature.
    The night landscape was terrifying and sublime at the same time.
    El paisaje nocturno era aterrador y sublime a la vez.
    Related to situations or events that provoke panic.
    The news of the accident was terrifying for everyone.
    La noticia del accidente fue aterradora para todos.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'aterrar' with the suffix '-adora' which indicates action, related to causing terror.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    a terrifying story
    a narration that provokes fear.
    una historia aterradora
    a terrifying place
    a site that inspires fear or unease.
    un lugar aterrador
    a terrifying look
    a facial expression that suggests danger or threat.
    una mirada aterradora

    Related Words

    to land
    To descend and land an airplane.
    aterrizar
    fear
    Feeling of fear or unease.
    temor
    horror
    Intense feeling of fear or repulsion.
    horror

    Slang Meanings

    Something very surprising or impressive.
    That party was terrifying in a good way.
    Esa fiesta fue aterradora en el buen sentido.
    Something that causes a lot of tension, like a game or challenge.
    This video game is terrifying because of how difficult it is.
    Este videojuego es aterrador por lo difícil que es.