CEFR B1

terror

noun

Meaning

Extreme fear, often combined with shock and a feeling of helplessness.

Examples

The victims described the terror of being trapped in the burning building.
His speech was intended to incite terror among the population.

Synonyms: fear, horror, dread, panic

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terror (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈter.ər/

Definition

Extreme fear, often combined with shock and a feeling of helplessness.

Examples

The victims described the terror of being trapped in the burning building.
His speech was intended to incite terror among the population.
The children screamed in terror when they saw the large spider.

How to Use terror

terror of (prepositional phrase): Extreme fear caused by something specific. — "He lived in terror of being discovered."
in terror (prepositional phrase): Experiencing extreme fear. — "The child hid in terror behind his mother."

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