terror
/ˈterə/ · /ˈterər/
CEFR level B2Topic EmotionWord #3436 in the learning path
恐惧；惊恐
Definitions
n. An extremely strong feeling of fear.
恐惧；惊恐
n. Violence or threats used to frighten and control people.
恐怖活动；恐怖手段
Example
She woke in terror after dreaming about a falling lift.
她梦见电梯坠落，惊恐地醒了过来。
Responsible news reporting should inform the public about threats without spreading unnecessary terror among communities.
负责任的新闻报道应向公众说明威胁，同时避免在社区中传播不必要的恐慌。
Collocations
- in terror
- sheer terror
- a sense of terror
- a campaign of terror
Word family
- terrify (v.)
- terrified (adj.)
- terrifying (adj.)
- terrorism (n.)
Synonyms
- horror
- dread
Usage tip
表示强烈恐惧，程度比fear深；通常不可数。
FAQ
- What does terror mean?
- An extremely strong feeling of fear. Violence or threats used to frighten and control people.
- How is terror pronounced?
- UK /ˈterə/, US /ˈterər/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
