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petrify

verb

/ˈpɛtrɪfaɪ/

Meaning

to make someone so frightened that they are unable to move or think; to turn into stone

The loud noise petrified the little child.

terrify, horrify, stun, paralyze, immobilize

comfort, reassure

petrify with fear, absolutely petrified, petrify someone

Rising and hovering in the air, especially as a result of supernatural or magical power.

To put in danger or at risk.

to overrun in large numbers, especially so as to cause damage or discomfort

to change the color of something using a chemical substance

to obtain or gain possession of something

to slowly flow or leak out through small openings or pores