tr.v. ter·ror·ized, ter·ror·iz·ing, ter·ror·iz·es 1. To fill or overpower with terror; terrify. 2. To coerce or intimidate by causing fear. See Synonyms at frighten. ter′ror·i·zation (-ər-ĭ-zāshən) n. terror·iz′er n. |
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