Adjectives of Evoking a Certain Feeling - Adjectives of Fear and Anxiety

These adjectives describe qualities or attributes that elicit feelings of fear, terror, or apprehension, such as "frightening", "terrifying", etc.

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frightening [adjective]

causing one to feel fear

Ex: It was a frightening experience to be lost in the woods .

terrifying [adjective]

causing a person to become filled with fear

Ex: The roller coaster 's steep drop was absolutely terrifying , eliciting screams of terror from everyone on board .

disturbing [adjective]

causing a strong feeling of worry or discomfort

Ex: The disturbing behavior of the neighbor 's dog made her wary of going outside .

troubling [adjective]

making one feel worried, upset, or uneasy about something

Ex: The troubling lack of progress in the investigation left the family frustrated and anxious .

threatening [adjective]

causing or showing a potential for harm or danger, often in a way that makes someone feel scared

Ex: The threatening letter from an anonymous sender left her feeling vulnerable and scared .

intimidating [adjective]

causing feelings of fear, unease, or worry in others

Ex: The intimidating size of the wrestler made his opponents feel small and vulnerable .

alarming [adjective]

causing a feeling of distress, fear, or unease

Ex: The alarming news of a potential security breach prompted immediate action from the organization .

horrifying [adjective]

causing intense fear, shock, or disgust due to being extremely disturbing or frightening

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chilling [adjective]

causing an intense feeling of fear or unease

Ex: The chilling atmosphere in the cemetery made her feel as if she were being watched .

worrying [adjective]

creating a sense of unease or distress about potential negative outcomes

Ex: The worrying trend of declining academic performance among students raised concerns among educators .

menacing [adjective]

appearing threatening or dangerous

Ex: The menacing glare of the stranger on the subway made her feel uneasy .

harrowing [adjective]

extremely distressing or traumatic, causing intense emotional pain or suffering

Ex: The harrowing screams of the trapped passengers echoed through the wreckage .

unnerving [adjective]

causing feelings of anxiety, fear, or a loss of confidence

Ex: Her unnerving gaze made him feel uneasy .

stressful [adjective]

causing mental or emotional strain or worry due to pressure or demands

Ex: Moving to a new city can be stressful , especially when you do n't know anyone .

creepy [adjective]

strange or unnatural in a way that might cause uneasiness or slight fear

Ex: The eerie silence in the graveyard was downright creepy .

scary [adjective]

making us feel fear

Ex: She thinks thunderstorms are scary .

fearsome [adjective]

intimidating or frightening in appearance or nature

Ex: The dragon 's fearsome presence loomed over the village , striking fear into the hearts of the villagers .

horrendous [adjective]

causing intense shock, fear, or disgust

Ex: The smell emanating from the dumpster was so horrendous that it prompted complaints from residents .

horrific [adjective]

causing intense fear, shock, or disgust

Ex: She had a horrific nightmare that left her trembling in bed .

worrisome [adjective]

causing worry or concern

Ex: The teacher found his lack of progress in math to be quite worrisome .

spooky [adjective]

unsettling in a way that causes feelings of fear or unease

Ex: The spooky tales told around the campfire sent shivers down our spines .

sinister [adjective]

giving the impression that something harmful or evil is about to happen

Ex: The ominous clouds in the sky gave the landscape a sinister atmosphere , hinting at an impending storm .

ominous [adjective]

giving the impression that something bad or unpleasant is going to happen

Ex: His ominous warning about the future of the company left the employees feeling uneasy .

eerie [adjective]

inspiring a sense of fear or unease

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unsettling [adjective]

causing feelings of unease, discomfort, or anxiety

Ex: The sudden change in her friend 's behavior was unsettling and left her feeling worried .

dreadful [adjective]

causing extreme fear or anxiety

Ex: His dreadful nightmares often left him sweating and trembling in bed .

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