Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
scare-off
phrasal verb
/skɛr ɔf/
Definition
To deter or drive away someone or something through fear or intimidation.
Examples
- His loud voice scared off the birds from the feeder.
- They tried to scare off the intruders by turning on the lights.
- The fierce dog is known to scare off any potential thieves.
Meaning
The act of instilling fear in someone to the extent that they choose to leave or avoid a situation.
Synonyms
- deter
- frighten away
- drive away
- intimidate
