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Terrify Definition & Meaning

terrify
verb
  1. fill with terror; frighten greatly

"Terrify" in song lyrics

See how terrify is used in real songs:

  • "So let me clarify, that I terrify"
    Apathy — Battle Me
  • "But I make TLC stand for They Love Chino when I terrify"
    Chino XL — No Complex
  • "Just to clarify, I'm Planetary, I terrify"
    Outerspace — Raw Deal

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Frequently asked questions

What does terrify mean?
fill with terror; frighten greatly
What part of speech is terrify?
Terrify is a verb.

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