Synonyms for Scared & Similar Words
Definition of scared
- adjective
- made afraid; "the frightened child cowered in the corner"; "too shocked and scared to move"
1 synonyms found
Writing tips for "scared"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like frightened can replace "scared" 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.
"Scared" in song lyrics
See how scared is used in real songs:
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"But she played it off like she was scared"
2 Live Crew — Freaky Behavior -
"I ain't crazy y'all just scared"
3 Melancholy Gypsies — Young Man -
"All these chicken heads just scared!"
69 Boyz — Kitty Kitty
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- What are synonyms for scared?
- Synonyms for scared include: frightened.
- How many synonyms does scared have?
- Scared has 1 synonym.