Emotions And Mental States

verb to make a concerted or violent attack on

• The enemy troops were preparing to assail the fortress.
• I heard they're going to assail us with questions during the meeting.
• I can't believe she tried to assail him with those rumors.
• Negative thoughts can assail your mind if you don't practice mindfulness.

adjective relating to or suffering from indigestion; having a gloomy or irritable disposition

• The dyspeptic patient was advised to follow a strict diet to alleviate his symptoms.
• My dyspeptic uncle always complains about his stomach problems after eating spicy food.
• I can't hang out with Sarah when she's dyspeptic, she gets so grumpy.
• The dyspeptic atmosphere in the office made it difficult for employees to focus on their work.

verb to make someone so frightened that they are unable to move or think

• The sight of the snake petrified the hikers, causing them to freeze in fear.
• I was petrified when I heard a loud bang in the middle of the night.
• The horror movie was so scary, it petrified me!
• The thought of public speaking used to petrify me, but now I've overcome my fear.