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Scary

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

Definition

causing fear or alarm; frightening

Synonyms & similar words

shuddery shivery chilling scarey spooky frightening terrifying creepy haunting horrifying chilling eerie fearful hair-raising petrifying startling shocking daunting unsettling disturbing alarming grim macabre menacing

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