terror

Meanings

• noun

  Intense fear inspired by the presence or imminence of danger.

  - "The terror caused by the loud noise startled the horses."
  - "The terror of war is something that no soldier wants to experience."

• noun

  The deliberate creation and inculcation of fear.

  - "The dictator used terror to control the population."
  - "The terrorist organization used terror to achieve its political goals."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈtɛɚ/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with terror
toreador , lorelei , moreau , oreo

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Variants

List of all variants of terror that leads to same result
terror , terrorless , terrors , night terror , night terrors , reign of terror , reigns of terror , holy terror , counter-terror , counterterror , hold no terror , hold no terror(s) , hold no terrors

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Forms

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terrors, terrifying, terrorized

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Etymology

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From the Old French terrour, from terre 'earth' + our 'fear'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'terrorism' was first used in the late 18th century to describe the tactics used by the French Revolutionaries.

2. The word 'terror' is often used interchangeably with the word 'fear', but terror is generally considered to be a more intense and debilitating emotion.

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Related Concepts

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1. Fear: Terror is a type of intense fear. Fear is a natural response to a perceived threat.

2. Anxiety: Terror is a type of extreme anxiety. Anxiety is a feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease about something with an uncertain outcome.

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Culture

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Terror has been used extensively in literature and art, particularly in the context of war and political oppression. It has been depicted as a powerful and overwhelming emotion that can paralyze individuals and entire populations.

How to Memorize "terror"

1. visualize
   

   - Close your eyes and imagine a loud explosion. The sudden noise and chaos causes a feeling of terror in your heart.
   - Visualize a dark and ominous figure looming over you, causing you to feel a deep sense of fear.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'terror' with the feeling of being completely helpless and powerless.
   - Think of the word 'terror' as a synonym for 'fear' or 'intimidation'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the word 'terror' as 'Tremendous Emotion Resulting In Overwhelming Response'.

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