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terrify Antonyms

Opposite of terrify

Pinning down the opposite of terrify requires matching its exact sense, so the antonyms and opposite words below are paired with a clear verb definition and ranked by contrast strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To cause someone or an animal to feel extreme fear, dread, or panic.

Usage Example

"The sudden rumble of thunder seemed to reassure the young puppy."

Strongest
reassure
comfort
Strong
calm
soothe
embolden
heartened

Similar words to terrify

Words similar to terrify shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

petrify
horrify
frighten
scare
panic
terrorize
alarm
intimidate
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• Nearby Words

terrifically
terrified
terrifier
terrify
terrifying
terrifyingly
territorial

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Terrify. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/terrify
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