Definition

Feeling or showing fear; frightened or afraid.

Example

She was the scaredest person in the room when the lights went out.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

I just watched that horror movie last night, and I was the scaredest I've ever been.

Really? I heard it's super intense!

Yeah, I couldn't even sleep afterwards.

I totally understand — those movies can be terrifying!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

This word originates from Old English, where 'scared' is derived from 'sceard' (meaning frightened or alarmed) and the superlative suffix '-est' (meaning most). The word 'scaredest' means the most frightened or alarmed.

Memory Tip

Think of 'scared' as being frightened, and when you add '-est', it means the most frightened of all.

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