terrify

/ˈtɛrəˌfaɪ/

fill with terror; frighten greatly

中文释义：使恐惧；惊吓

The sudden explosion terrified the crowd, causing them to flee in panic.

突如其来的爆炸吓坏了人群，导致他们惊慌逃窜。

Many children are terrified of the dark and need a nightlight.

许多孩子害怕黑暗，需要一盏夜灯。