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petrifying

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Petrifying (adj) means So frightening that it terrifies you.

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So frightening that it terrifies you.

"The idea of speaking in front of such a large audience was petrifying."

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Synonyms

frightening terrifying

Related words

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Rhymes for petrifying

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What is the meaning of petrifying?

"petrifying" (adj) means so frightening that it terrifies you.

What is another word for petrifying?

Other words for "petrifying" include frightening, terrifying.

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