1. to make someone afraid or anxious

Examples

• The loud thunder frightened the children.
• Don’t let the big dog frighten you – he’s very gentle.
• The horror movie was designed to frighten audiences.
• She was frightened by the strange noise in the attic.
• The sudden movement frightened the birds away.
• His angry tone frightened her into silence.
• The dark alley frightened him as he walked home.