Scare

usgb/sker/
verb

To make someone feel frightened.

The loud noise scared the baby
Visual representation of "scare" - To make someone feel frightened

Often appears as...

  • scare away
  • scare off
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Intensity Level

Used for light fear, not extreme terror or horror.

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I scare easily during spooky stories.
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Temporary Effect

Often implies a brief or momentary feeling of fear.

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Can you stop trying to scare me? I know it's just a joke.
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Physical Reaction

Can describe causing someone to jump or scream.

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The popping balloon scared me and I dropped my cup.
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