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terror

UK
/ˈtɛrə/
US
/ˈtɛrər/

Translations

terrornoun
terrors
pl
UK
/ˈtɛrə/
US
/ˈtɛrər/
She was shaking with terror after the explosion.
Elle tremblait de terreur après l'explosion.
terrorismeAu sens d'actes violents destinés à intimider une population ou un gouvernement.
The city was on high alert due to the threat of terror.
La ville était en alerte maximale en raison de la menace du terrorisme.
Additional translations
terreurAu sens de personne ou chose qui effraie fortement.
terreurFamilier, pour un enfant ou une personne très agitée et pénible.
Synonyms
fear
dread
horror
panic
fright
alarm
consternation
trepidation
apprehension
anguish
Antonyms
calm
peace
serenity
terroradjective
UK
/ˈter.ər/
US
/ˈter.ɚ/
Used attributively before another noun to denote something connected with terrorism (e.g., "terror attack").
terroristeEmployé avant un nom, en parlant d'actes ou de mesures liés au terrorisme.
The government passed new terror legislation.
Le gouvernement a adopté une nouvelle législation terroriste.

Definitions

terrornoun
A state of intense fear, dread, or anxiety.
She was shaking with terror after the explosion.
A person or thing that causes intense fear.
The dictator was a terror to his people.
Violent or destructive acts committed by groups in order to intimidate a population or government.
The city was on high alert due to the threat of terror.
An annoying or badly behaved person, especially a child (informal).
Their toddler is a real terror when he skips his nap.
terroradjective
Relating to or involving acts of terrorism; used before another noun.
The government passed new terror legislation.
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