Synonyms for Scare
Definition of scare
noun
- sudden mass fear and anxiety over anticipated events; "panic in the stock market"; "a war scare"; "a bomb scare led them to evacuate the building"
- a sudden attack of fear
verb
- cause fear in; "The stranger who hangs around the building frightens me"; "Ghosts could never affright her"
7 synonyms found
Writing tips for "scare"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like affright, dash, daunt can replace "scare" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 7 alternatives available, "scare" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Scare" in song lyrics
See how scare is used in real songs:
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"I cause fear like a bomb scare"
7L & Esoteric — Def Rhymes -
"Before I grew a little bigger and I gave 'em both a scare"
Anybody Killa f/ Violent J — Down Here -
"Matilda The Gorilla used to give a big scare"
Benefit — Garbage Pail Kids