Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sheer-terror
noun
/ʃɪr ˈtɛrər/
Definition
A profound and intense feeling of fear or dread, often overwhelming in nature.
Examples
- The sheer terror he felt while watching the horror movie kept him up all night.
- When the car skidded on the icy road, a wave of sheer terror washed over her.
- She could see the sheer terror in the eyes of the trapped animal.
Meaning
Sheer terror refers to an extreme state of fear that can render a person unable to think clearly or act rationally.
Synonyms
- fear
- dread
- fright
- panic
- horror
