effare

/ɛˈfɛr, ɛˈfɑr/

Definitions

1. verb

To frighten or terrify; to fill with fear or apprehension.

“The horror movie effared the entire audience, forcing them to leave the theater.”

2. noun

A feeling of fear or apprehension; a state of being frightened.

“The effare that gripped the city after the earthquake lasted for weeks.”

Synonyms

  • daunt
  • frighten
  • terrify

Antonyms

  • comfort
  • reassure