B2noun formal 2K

Terror

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈterə(r)/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈterər/"]/

Meaning of Terror

a feeling of extreme fear

In simple words: Great fear or panic.

Terror in a sentence

• The city was gripped by terror after the unexpected attack.
• The tales of ghostly figures filled the children with terror.
• She felt a sudden terror when she saw the dark shadow move across the door.
• The political regime ruled through terror, silencing all opposition.
• The book describes the reign of terror during the revolution.
• He was frozen with terror and could not move as the storm approached.
• The film uses terror to build suspense and keep viewers on edge.

How to use Terror

Often used in serious contexts, such as discussing violence or fear. Less appropriate in light-hearted conversations.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Sounds like 'tear' and 'roar' — think of a roar inducing terror.

Related words

Collocations with Terror

• abject
• absolute
• pure
• be filled with
• feel
• have
• from terror
• in terror
• out of terror
• a state of terror
• strike terror into (the heart of) somebody
• political
• state
• global
• resort to
• use
• combat
• campaign
• war
• plot
• an act of terror
• a campaign of terror
• a reign of terror

Synonyms for Terror

• fear
• dread
• alarm
• horror
• panic

Opposites of Terror

• calm
• peace
• tranquility

Common mistakes with Terror

• Confused with 'terrorize' (verb form).
• Using in casual contexts where 'fear' would be better.
• Mispronouncing, especially the first syllable.

Frequently asked questions about Terror

What does Terror mean?

Great fear or panic.

What is the definition of Terror?

a feeling of extreme fear

How do you use Terror in a sentence?

The city was gripped by terror after the unexpected attack.

Can you give another example of Terror?

The tales of ghostly figures filled the children with terror.

What are synonyms for Terror?

Common alternatives include fear, dread, alarm, horror, panic.

What is the opposite of Terror?

Opposite meanings include calm, peace, tranquility.

What words go with Terror?

It commonly pairs with abject, absolute, pure, be filled with, feel, have, from terror, in terror, out of terror, a state of terror, strike terror into (the heart of) somebody, political, state, global, resort to, use, combat, campaign, war, plot, an act of terror, a campaign of terror, a reign of terror.

What are common mistakes when using Terror?

Confused with 'terrorize' (verb form). Using in casual contexts where 'fear' would be better. Mispronouncing, especially the first syllable.

How do you pronounce Terror?

US: /["/ˈterər/"]/, UK: /["/ˈterə(r)/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Terror formal or informal?

"Terror" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.

When should I use Terror?

Often used in serious contexts, such as discussing violence or fear. Less appropriate in light-hearted conversations.

What CEFR level is Terror?

"Terror" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.