terrorize
The word “terrorize” has 3 syllables: ter-ror-ize
It's pronounced as /ˈter.ə.raɪz/
What is synonym and antonym for terrorize?
In the thesaurus, “terrorize” has 43 synonyms and 12 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for terrorize along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for terrorize
- affright
- alarm
- amaze
- appall
- astound
- awe
- bowl over
- chill
- daunt
- demoralize
- discomfort
- discompose
- disconcert
- dismay
- dispirit
- disquiet
- distract
- distress
- disturb
- emasculate
- floor
- fright
- frighten
- give one the creeps
- horrify
- jolt
- panic
- perturb
- scare
- scarify
- shake
- shake up
- shock
- spook
- startle
- terrify
- undo
- unman
- unnerve
- unsettle
- unstring
- upset
- worry
Antonyms for terrorize
Meanings of terrorize
- verb
- To fill (someone) with terror; to terrify.
- To coerce (someone) by using threats or violence.
Example Sentences
- The gang tried to terrorize the neighborhood with their threats.
- He would terrorize his classmates with constant bullying.
- Hurricanes can terrorize coastal communities each season.
- The dictator used fear to terrorize the population.
- Wild animals can terrorize farmers by raiding their crops at night.
On this page you'll find 55 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to terrorize, such as: affright, alarm, amaze, appall, assure, astound, awe.
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