scary

/ˈskɛɹ.i/

UK: /ˈskɛː.ɹi/

SKƐɹ · i (2 syllables)

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Definition

Causing fear or anxiety

Etymology

From scare + -y.

Example Sentences

  • "The tiger's jaws were scary."
  • "She was hiding behind her pillow during the scary parts of the film."
  • "He watched Conjuring but it was too scary for him."
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