terrify

/ˈtɛɹɪfaɪ/

terrify

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Definition

To frighten greatly; to fill with terror.

Etymology

From Middle French terrifier, from Latin terrificare.

Example Sentences

  • "Your men are valiant but their number few, And cannot terrifie his mightie hoſt, […]"
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