terrify
0 antonyms and opposites of terrify, grouped by meaning.
Verb — To frighten someone severely.
How to use terrify
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
terrify an audience
the thought terrifies me
Etymology
From Middle French terrifier, from Latin terrificare, "to frighten."
Full origin of terrify →Frequently asked questions
What does “terrify” mean?
The word “terrify” means to frighten someone severely. In plain terms, to scare someone badly.
How do you pronounce “terrify”?
“Terrify” is pronounced TEH-rih-feye (/ˈtɛɹɪfaɪ/ in IPA).
How do you use “terrify” in a sentence?
Here is “terrify” used in a sentence: “Thunderstorms terrify our dog.”
What part of speech is “terrify”?
“Terrify” is a verb.
Where does the word “terrify” come from?
The word “terrify” comes from Latin. From Middle French terrifier, from Latin terrificare, "to frighten.".