Fright
/frˈaɪt/
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Definition
(noun) A state of terror excited by the sudden appearance of danger; sudden and violent fear, usually of short duration; a sudden alarm.
Sentence Examples
Helen jumped in fright at the strange sound.
Such was her fright that she closed her eyes.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The sudden loud noise gave her quite a ____, causing her to jump and drop the glass she was holding.