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frightening
UK
/ˈfraɪtənɪŋ/
US
/ˈfraɪtənɪŋ/
more frightening
Comp.
most frightening
Super.
UK
/ˈfraɪtənɪŋ/
US
/ˈfraɪtənɪŋ/
Translations
The movie was so frightening that I couldn't sleep.
Фильм был настолько пугающим, что я не мог уснуть.
The frightening storm caused a lot of damage.
Страшный шторм причинил много ущерба.
The frightening news left everyone in shock.
Ужасающие новости оставили всех в шоке.
Additional translations
Definitions
The frightening movie kept me on the edge of my seat the entire time.
Denotes the present participle form of the verb 'frighten' used adjectivally.
Definitions
A frightening thought crossed his mind as he walked home alone.
frightenings
pl
UK
/ˈfraɪt(ə)nɪŋ/
US
/ˈfraɪt(ə)nɪŋ/
Gerund-derived noun meaning the act of causing fear; usually uncountable
Definitions
The frightening of the prisoners was condemned by the watchdog group.
frightening
Gerund
frightened
Past Simple
frightened
Past Participle
frightening
Gerund
UK
/ˈfraɪtən/
US
/ˈfraɪtən/
Translations
The loud noise can frighten the animals.
Громкий шум может пугать животных.
The sudden movement might frighten the child.
Внезапное движение может испугать ребенка.
Additional translations
Definitions
The loud noise frightened the children.
The sudden appearance of the shadow frightened her.
frightening
The present participle "frightening" functions adjectivally ("a frightening experience").
Definitions
It was a frightening sight.
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The frightened woman called for help.