terrifying

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An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
adjective
a. aterrador
I find clowns terrifying.Los payasos me parecen aterradores.
b. espantoso
We now face the terrifying prospect of another four years of this government.Ahora tenemos que enfrentarnos a la perspectiva espantosa de cuatro años más de este gobierno.
c. espeluznante
When the man opened the door, he was met by a terrifying scene. He let out a scream.Cuando el hombre abrió la puerta, se encontró una escena espeluznante. Dejó escapar un grito.
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