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fright·en·ing
 frightening
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- pronunciation:
- fraIt
nihng
[or]
fraI
t
nihng
- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective)
| part of speech: |
adjective |
| definition: |
causing or capable of causing fright or anxiety; scary; fearsome.
The tiger can be a frightening creature.The robbery was a frightening experience for all the bank employees.The idea of these extremists coming into power is frightening to me.- synonyms:
- disturbing, fearsome, scary, worrisome
- antonyms:
- comforting, soothing
- similar words:
- dreadful, horrifying, terrifying
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