Meaning of the word terrorized in English

What does terrorized mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

terrorized

US /ˈtɛr.ə.raɪzd/
UK /ˈtɛr.ə.raɪzd/

Verb

to fill with terror or to frighten greatly

Example:
The villagers were terrorized by the constant raids.
He terrorized his younger siblings with ghost stories.

Adjective

feeling or showing terror; greatly frightened

Example:
The children were terrorized after watching the horror movie.
She felt completely terrorized by the stalker.