Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
scared-to-death-scared-stiff
idiom
skɛrd tə dɛθ skɛrd stɪf
Definition
Overwhelming fear that leaves a person unable to move or think clearly.
Examples
- She was scared to death when she saw the ghost in her room.
- The sudden loud noise left him scared stiff, unable to react.
- When the roller coaster dropped, I was scared to death but loved the thrill.
Meaning
An intense feeling of fear that can paralyze a person, making them feel as if they might die from fright.
Synonyms
- terrified
- frightened
- petrified
- alarmed
