affrighting
|af-fright-ing|
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/əˈfraɪtɪŋ/
(affright)
to scare
Etymology
Etymology Information
'affright' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'affrighte', where 'a-' meant 'to' and 'fright' meant 'fear'.
Historical Evolution
'affrighte' transformed into the modern English word 'affright'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to cause fear', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
present participle of 'affright', meaning to frighten or scare.
The sudden noise was affrighting the children.
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Last updated: 2025/05/24 10:51