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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terrifying
[Adjective]
causing a person to become filled with fear
Ex: There 's terrifying beauty in volcanic eruptions .
threatening
[Adjective]
causing or showing a potential for harm or danger, often in a way that makes someone feel scared
Ex: threatening words in the letter implied serious consequences if the demand was n't met .
intimidating
[Adjective]
causing feelings of fear, unease, or worry in others
Ex: The towering officer had intimidating presence .
alarming
[Adjective]
causing a feeling of distress, fear, or unease
Ex: alarming rise in prices worried many families .
horrifying
[Adjective]
causing intense fear, shock, or disgust due to being extremely disturbing or frightening
menacing
[Adjective]
appearing threatening or dangerous
Ex: menacing figure stood at the end of the alley .
unnerving
[Adjective]
causing feelings of anxiety, fear, or a loss of confidence
Ex: unnerving gaze made her feel as though she was being watched .
creepy
[Adjective]
strange or unnatural in a way that might cause uneasiness or slight fear
Ex: The old , creaky floorboards added to creepy ambiance of the haunted mansion .
worrisome
[Adjective]
causing worry or concern
Ex: She received worrisome letter from her elderly relative , indicating declining health .
spooky
[Adjective]
unsettling in a way that causes feelings of fear or unease
Ex: She felt spooky presence in the attic , even though she was alone in the house .
Adjectives of Evoking a Certain Feeling | |||
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Adjectives of Positive Emotions | Adjectives of Negative Emotions | Adjectives of Positive Evocation | Adjectives of Negative Evocation |
Adjectives of Sadness and Disgust | Adjectives of Fear and Anxiety | Adjectives of Positive Reaction | Adjectives of Negative Reaction |

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