scarey
Definition
Adjective: 1. Causing fear or alarm; frightening: Something described as "scarey" (more commonly spelled "scary") is likely to cause fear, nervousness, or a feeling of being unsettled. Note: "Scarey" is an accepted but less common variant spelling of the adjective "scary."
Usage
The word "scarey" is used to describe anything that induces a sense of fear, dread, or unease. It can refer to tangible threats, unsettling stories, or abstract concepts.
Examples
- Adjective:
- That old, abandoned house looks very scarey at night.
- She told a scarey story around the campfire.
- The sudden, loud noise was scarey.
Advanced Usage
- "scarey-cat": A variant spelling of "scaredy-cat," a mildly insulting term for someone who is easily frightened.
- Don't be such a scarey-cat; it's just a spider.
Variants and Related Words
- Scary (adj): The standard and more frequent spelling of "scarey," with identical meaning.
- I find horror movies too scary to watch.
- Scare (n/verb): The root word. As a noun, it means a sudden fright. As a verb, it means to frighten someone.
- (n) You gave me a real scare!
- (v) Please don't scare me like that.
Synonyms
- Frightening: Causing fear or alarm.
- Terrifying: Causing extreme fear.
- Alarming: Causing sudden anxiety or apprehension.
- Chilling: Causing a feeling of fear or horror.
- Creepy: Causing an unpleasant feeling of fear or unease.
Antonyms
- Reassuring: Serving to relieve anxiety.
- Comforting: Providing consolation or a feeling of well-being.
- Soothing: Having a calming or relieving effect.
Adjective
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provoking fear terror
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a scary movie
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the most terrible and shuddery...tales of murder and revenge
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