Definition of Frighten
Frighten
Fright·en
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
To cause fear or alarm in someone.
e.g. The horror movie was so intense that it frightened the entire audience.
(verb)
to become afraid due to perceived danger or horror;
e.g. She was frightened of driving on curved roads in the rain.
(verb)
to force or drive something to happen by frightening or scaring;
e.g. In the movie, the police officer frightens the small girl into confessing what actually happened.
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