Psychological Thriller Terms

noun an intense feeling of fear, shock, or disgust

adjective causing feelings of fear, shock, or disgust

• The horror genre is known for its ability to evoke fear and suspense in audiences.
• I love watching horror movies with my friends, it always gets us screaming!
• That haunted house was so creepy, it gave me the heebee jeebees!
• The horror of losing a loved one can feel like a never-ending nightmare.

adjective An adjective is a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun. In this case, 'scary' describes something that causes fear or is frightening.

• The haunted house was filled with scary decorations and eerie sounds.
• I don't want to watch that scary movie, it gives me nightmares.
• That roller coaster was so scary, I thought I was going to lose my lunch!
• The thought of public speaking is a scary prospect for many people.

noun a genre of fiction that combines elements of suspense and thriller with gripping storytelling

adjective describing a type of literature that is suspenseful and thrilling

• The success of grip-lit novels has led to an increase in demand for this genre among readers.
• I love getting lost in a good grip-lit book on a lazy Sunday afternoon.
• Grip-lit is my go-to genre when I need a break from reality.
• The author's writing style in grip-lit novels really has a strong grip on the reader's emotions.