Definition of "terrified"

Kid-friendly meaning of terrified, with part of speech, syllables, and example sentences for grades K-2, 3-5, and 6-8.

What does "terrified" mean?

terrified (adjective) — feeling very, very scared.

Part of speechAdjective Syllables3 (ter·ri·fied)

Example sentences using "terrified"

Grade K–2
I felt terrified by the dark.
Grade 3–5
I was absolutely terrified the first time I sat in the dentist's chair.
Grade 6–8
Being terrified of something safe, like a roller coaster, is part of what makes the experience fun, since your brain reacts as if to real danger and then relaxes.

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