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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

terrorize

/ˈtɛrəraɪz/ verb · British & US
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What does terrorize mean?

verb

to cause someone to feel extreme fear or anxiety, or to make someone do something by threatening or intimidating them.

Example

"The gang terrorized the neighborhood, stealing valuables and causing chaos."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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