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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

petrified

/ˈpɛtrɪfaɪd/ adjective · British & US
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What does petrified mean?

adjective

Completely turned to stone, or made to seem like stone, often used to describe something that is very shocked or surprised. Also, preserved or kept in a perfect state, often used to describe something that is well-preserved.

Example

"The hikers were petrified when they saw the massive boulder falling towards them."

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