Dictionary of synonyms

Synonyms and antonyms of the word: frightening

Synonyms:

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Antonyms:

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Usage examples:

After Angela and her friend (Olivia O’Neill) return from a three-day disappearance with missing memories, they begin displaying frightening behavior.

Source: https://www.iconvsicon.com/2023/10/23/the-exorcist-believer-to-hit-digital-platforms-just-in-time-for-halloween/

All in all, the frightening and unknown terrors of the cosmos (or Lovecraftian Horror) without the aid visual or practical effects led to a masterfully-crafted episode that fans still praise to this day.

Source: https://www.cbr.com/doctor-who-most-haunted-crossover-bad-idea/

Another woman said the unusual occurrence was frightening.

Source: https://thenewdaily.com.au/news/2023/06/19/earthquake-near-sydney-appin/

As a result of the defendant's fear, with the intention of frightening the intruder away with the sound of the shot, he decided to fire a warning shot.

Source: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/galleries/article-12046317/UK-tech-tycoon-sued-3-7M-blasting-teen-trespasser-gun.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490

As the Cordyceps fungi adapted to infect humans and spread across the planet, it transformed regular humans into frightening beasts.

Source: https://www.cbr.com/the-last-of-us-sam-hoeksema-clicker-hbo/

As thought-provoking as it is frightening, there’s an importance to “nature morte” that cannot be stated in plain terms: it’s a journey into foreboding yet beautiful realms, and no matter what you take away from the album, you won’t return the same.

Source: https://emorywheel.com/review-bigbrave-meshes-minimalist-folk-with-crushing-heaviness-on-nature-morte/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=review-bigbrave-meshes-minimalist-folk-with-crushing-heaviness-on-nature-morte

A tire flew off the track in a frightening scene at the Indy 500 on Sunday, but fortunately the only thing it hit was a parked car.

Source: https://larrybrownsports.com/baseball/umpire-jeff-nelson-hot-mic-marlins-challenge/615693

Burke was one of a dwindling number of spring breakers to venture to Mexico this year, after a recent spate of frightening crimes triggered safety fears.

Source: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-11877375/Spring-break-horror-gunman-kills-one-injures-Miami-Beach.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490

But for me a more destructive element in this country is class injustice which takes on frightening proportions and which characterized 2022 in this land and looks set to continue in 2023.

Source: https://www.kaieteurnewsonline.com/2023/01/08/the-oligarchic-man-on-horseback-in-guyana-in-2022/

But it was far more frightening and creative than “Skinamarink.”

Source: https://www.bostonherald.com/2023/01/13/skinamarink-is-a-horror-and-not-in-a-good-way/

But, like I said in (opens in a new tab), "As follow-up to the fiercely frightening is a major failure … not just unoriginal, it’s sloppy, soulless, and sickening."

Source: https://mashable.com/article/the-boogeyman-movie-review

But one can assume that was the case, as it would've been very frightening to navigate the Wizarding World on her own without any guidance.

Source: https://www.cbr.com/hermione-learn-magic-before-hogwarts-harry-potter/

But with acclaimed director Sam Raimi at the helm, Multiverse of Madness blends classic horror with mind-bending visuals to capture the frightening magic of this inter-dimensional adventure.

Source: https://www.digitaltrends.com/movies/the-best-mcu-sequels-ranked/

Caicedo has had health issues; she battled ovarian cancer when she was 15, and during group play had at least two frightening episodes with what Colombia has called exhaustion.

Source: https://japantoday.com/category/sports/round-of-8-women%27s-world-cup-is-wide-open-after-so-many-heavyweights-eliminated

Carol Vorderman, 62, reveals terrifying cancer scare after losing her mother to the disease: 'You hear that word and it's very frightening'

Source: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-12331043/Bruce-Lehrmann-addresses-rumours-hes-eyeing-run-office-one-Liberal-Partys-important-seats.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490

Change is healthy and important, but change can be frightening too.

Source: https://www.peoplesdefender.com/2023/05/26/change-is-imminent/

Christopher Knox, defending, said: "He spent a couple of days in prison and found it extremely frightening.

Source: https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/news/north-east-news/south-shields-thug-who-left-26198020

Considering their beautiful, but frightening, appearances, it seems unusual that the Axons are yet to see their modern-day revival.

Source: https://screenrant.com/doctor-who-classic-villains-return-after-toymaker/