frighten
Pronunciation
Verb
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
To make someone feel afraid.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
scare
alarm
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The loud thunder _____ the dog."
Answer: frighten
In your own words, what does "frighten" mean?
To make someone feel afraid.
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