Definition

In a way that causes fear or anxiety; frighteningly.

Example

The horror movie was scarifyingly intense, leaving the audience on the edge of their seats.

Conversation

Did you watch that horror movie last night?

Yeah, it was scarifyingly good!

I couldn't believe how intense it was.

I know, right? It had me on the edge of my seat.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Scarifyingly → It is formed from "scarify" (from Latin "scarificare", meaning to make scratches or incisions) and the suffix "-ingly" (meaning in a manner). The word "scarifyingly" means in a manner that causes scratches or incisions, often used metaphorically to describe something that is harsh or critical.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'scarify' which means to make scratches, and remember that 'scarifyingly' describes doing something in a way that causes those scratches, often in a critical or harsh manner.

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