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What Does Frightening Mean?

Adjective

  • Causing fear; something that is scary.
  • Very bad or awful; something that is not good.

Verb

  • To make someone feel scared or afraid.

Frightening — Full Explanation

Frightening is when something makes you feel scared. For example, a scary movie or a dark room can be frightening.

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Frightening Meaning in Other Languages

hindi
डरावना

daraavana

डरावना

daraavana

भयानक

bhayaanak

Frequently Asked Questions About Frightening

What does 'frightening' mean?
The word 'frightening' means something that makes you feel scared or afraid.
How do you pronounce 'frightening'?
You pronounce 'frightening' like this: fry-tuh-ning.
What is the origin of the word 'frightening'?
The word 'frightening' comes from the Old English word 'fright,' which means to be afraid.
What is the meaning of 'frightening' in Bengali?
The word 'frightening' in Bengali is 'ভয়ঙ্কর' (Bhoyônkôr).