Petrify

Synonyms of petrify

• paralyze
• terrify
• frighten

Antonyms of petrify

• calm
• soothe
• comfort

Collocations of petrify

fear

Frequency: 70 %

The thought of failing petrified him with fear.

shock

Frequency: 60 %

The sudden news of her departure petrified him in shock.

terror

Frequency: 50 %

The horror movie petrified the audience with terror.

dread

Frequency: 45 %

The impending doom petrified him with dread.

surprise

Frequency: 40 %

The unexpected turn of events petrified her in surprise.

Idiomatic Expressions for petrify

• Phrase: petrified forest
  Meaning: a forest where the trees have turned into stone due to a natural process
  Usage: The petrified forest in Arizona is a popular tourist attraction.