Frightening Definition & Meaning
frightening
- adjective
- causing fear or dread or terror; "the awful war"; "an awful risk"; "dire news"; "a career or vengeance so direful that London was shocked"; "the dread presence of the headmaster"; "polio is no longer the dreaded disease it once was"; "a dreadful storm"; "a fearful howling"; "horrendous explosions shook the city"; "a terrible curse"
- noun
- the act of inspiring with fear
"Frightening" in song lyrics
See how frightening is used in real songs:
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"It's kinda frightening"
Dre Dog (Andre Nickatina) — Show Gone Wrong -
"its trifling, enlightening, and frightening"
Dre Dog (Andre Nickatina) f/ Equipto — Jungle -
"Its trifling, enlightening, and frightening"
Dre Dog (Andre Nickatina) f/ Equipto — Jungle
Words that rhyme with frightening
Usage tips for "frightening"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "frightening" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for frightening to find words that pair well.