English English Dictionary

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Result for Affright

Affright (v. t.)

To impress with sudden fear; to frighten; to alarm.

Affright (p. a.)

Affrighted.

Affright (n.)

Sudden and great fear; terror. It expresses a stronger impression than fear, or apprehension, perhaps less than terror.

Affright (n.)

The act of frightening; also, a cause of terror; an object of dread.