frighten (A2)
verb
Pronunciation: /ˈfraɪtn/
Definition
To make someone feel fear or shock.
Examples
The loud thunder frightened the children.
Don't try to frighten me with your threats!
The sight of the snake frightened her, and she screamed.
How to Use frighten
- frighten someone (collocation)
- To cause someone to feel fear. — "The dark alley could frighten anyone."
- frighten away (phrasal verb)
- To make someone or something go away by frightening them. — "The barking dog frightened away the potential burglar."
- frighten off (phrasal verb)
- To make someone decide not to do something because they are afraid. — "The high price might frighten off potential buyers."
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