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terrorize Synonyms

Another word for terrorize

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• verb (Context 1)

To create and maintain a state of extreme fear and distress in someone, especially through repeated threats, intimidation, or harassment.

Usage Example

"A pack of stray dogs used to terrify the neighborhood mail carriers until the local shelter intervened."

Strongest
terrify
intimidate
Strong
menace
frighten
browbeat
bully
torment
harass
Weak
coerce

Opposites of terrorize

The opposite of terrorize shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

reassure
comfort
soothe
console
embolden
encourage
hearten
See all opposites of terrorize

• Nearby Words

terrorist
terroristic
terrorization
terrorize
terrorizer
terry
terse

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Terrorize. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/terrorize
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