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TERROR

(noun)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Terror.

How to pronounce terror:

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Terror - as a noun

An overwhelming feeling of fear and anxiety

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
affrightpanic
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
fearfearfulnessfright
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A person who inspires fear or dread

Example: "He was the terror of the neighborhood"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
scourgethreat

A very troublesome child

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bratholy terrorlittle terror

The use of extreme fear in order to coerce people (especially for political reasons)

Example: "He used terror to make them confess"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
coercion
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The children were gripped with terror as the monster approached."
"The terrorist attack left a trail of death and terror."
"The sight of blood filled him with terror."
"She had a look of pure terror on her face."
"The movie was a thrilling rollercoaster of terror."
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Word Game Points

Is TERROR a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, terror is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

TERROR has a SCRABBLE points total of 6.

Is TERROR a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, terror is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
TERROR has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 6.

Is TERROR a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, terror is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
TERROR has a WORDFEUD points total of 6.

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