Affrightment

C2 16+

Synonyms of affrightment

Antonyms of affrightment

Collocations of affrightment

great affrightment
Frequency: 70 %

She experienced great affrightment when she heard a loud noise in the dark alley.

deep affrightment
Frequency: 60 %

His deep affrightment was evident in his trembling hands and pale face.

overwhelming affrightment
Frequency: 50 %

The overwhelming affrightment she felt made it hard for her to move or speak.

sudden affrightment
Frequency: 45 %

The sudden affrightment caused her to drop her phone in shock.

Idiomatic Expressions for affrightment

  • Phrase: in a state of affrightment
    Meaning: feeling fear or terror
    Usage: The villagers were in a state of affrightment after hearing about the wild animal sighting.