Synonyms for

Frightful

Verb / ˈfraɪtfʌl / Another word for frightful — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

causing fear or terror; extremely unpleasant or shocking

Synonyms & similar words

tremendous ugly horrible terrible fearful awful atrocious horrifying scary terrifying horrible dreadful awful spooky menacing sinister horrifying chilling fearsome terrific ghastly eerie petrifying macabre hair-raising nightmarish shocking creepy

Example sentences

  1. The thunderstorm was frightful, with loud booms and bright lightning.
  2. The movie was so frightful that I had nightmares.
  3. I saw a frightful spider crawling on the wall.
  4. The haunted house had frightful decorations and scary sounds.
  5. The ghosts appearance was frightful, with pale skin and glowing eyes.

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