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frightened
adjective
1. made afraid (Freq. 7)
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the frightened child cowered in the corner

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too shocked and scared to move

Syn: ↑scared
Similar to: ↑afraid
2. thrown into a state of intense fear or desperation (Freq. 3)
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became panicky as the snow deepened

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felt panicked before each exam

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trying to keep back the panic-stricken crowd

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the terrified horse bolted

Syn: ↑panicky, ↑panicked, ↑panic-stricken, ↑panic-struck, ↑terrified
Similar to: ↑afraid
Derivationally related forms: ↑panic (for: ↑panicky)

Useful english dictionary. 2012.