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    Pavorosa (en. Terrifying)

    /pa.βoˈɾo.sa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    Refers to something that provokes great fear or fright.
    The movie was so terrifying that many viewers could not finish watching it.
    La película era tan pavorosa que muchos espectadores no pudieron terminar de verla.
    Describes a situation or event that is terrifying or spooky.
    The storm was terrifying, with winds that knocked down trees.
    La tormenta fue pavorosa, con vientos que derribaron árboles.
    Used to describe a place or environment that instills fear.
    The old castle had a terrifying air at night.
    El viejo castillo tenía un aire pavoroso durante la noche.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'pavor', meaning 'fear' or 'terror', with the suffix '-osa' indicating abundance or quality.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to instill terror
    To cause extreme fear.
    dar pavor
    to be a terror
    To be something that elicits intense or great fear.
    ser un pavor
    to experience terror
    To experience a strong sensation of fear.
    pasar pavor

    Related Words

    terror
    Intense sensation of fear.
    pavor
    fear
    Feeling of unease or fear about something.
    temor
    fright
    Sudden shock or fear that is felt.
    susto

    Slang Meanings

    Something very impressive or that leaves a strong impression.
    The performance was impressive; he really did very well.
    La actuación fue pavorosa, realmente lo hizo muy bien.
    Used to describe something surprising, almost unbelievable.
    That news was shocking; I couldn't believe it.
    Esa noticia fue pavorosa, no lo podía creer.