Katakuttakot (en. Fearsome)

/katakuˈttakot/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
A state of extreme fear or dread.
Due to his fearsome state, he couldn't sleep well.
Dahil sa kanyang katakuttakot, hindi siya nakatulog nang maayos.
A feeling of worry or distress caused by a bad event.
The fearsome concern of the people regarding the tragedy was intense.
Ang katakuttakot ng mga tao sa trahedya ay labis.
The condition of a person troubled by fear.
His fearsome reaction to the dark place was evident on his face.
Ang kanyang katakuttakot sa madilim na lugar ay nakikita sa kanyang mukha.

Etymology

Root word: 'takot' that implies fear

Common Phrases and Expressions

fearsome event
An occurrence that induces extreme fear.
katakuttakot na pangyayari
fearsome situation
A situation filled with fear or dread.
katakuttakot na sitwasyon

Related Words

fear
A feeling of concern or dread.
takot
anxiety
The worry that stems from fear.
pangamba

Slang Meanings

Very scared
When I watched that horror movie, it was really scary!
Nung napanood ko yung horror movie, katakuttakot talaga!
Nerve-wracking
That exam tomorrow is nerve-wracking because I haven't studied yet!
Yung exam namin bukas, katakuttakot yun kasi di pa ako nag-aral!
Too intense
The basketball game is too intense with that score!
Yung laban sa basketball, katakuttakot yung score!