Terrorize

//ˈtɛɹəɹaɪz//

Word Type

Verb

The word "terrorize" can be used as a verb.

Word Relationships

Derived Terms

counter-terrorize terrorization

Derived From

Broader Terms (Hypernyms)

affright coerce force fright frighten hale pressure scare squeeze

Manner Of

Related Terms

terrorism terrorist

Related Terms

coerce counterterrorism terrible terrify terror terrorism terrorist threat violence

Synonym Network

bully petrify terrify

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