<p><strong>Verb (used with object):</strong></p><ul><li>To fill, especially suddenly, with fear or terror; frighten; alarm.</li><li>Synonyms: intimidate, startle.</li></ul><p><strong>Verb (used without object):</strong></p><ul><li>To become frightened.</li></ul><p><strong>Noun:</strong></p><ul><li>A sudden fright or alarm, especially with little or no reason.</li><li>A time or condition of alarm or worry.</li></ul><p><strong>Verb phrase:</strong></p><ul><li>To frighten or alarm someone or something so much that they go away and stay away.</li><li>Informal: to obtain with effort; find or gather.</li></ul><p><strong>End of Response</strong></p>