What does petrified mean?
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."
Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.