Affright and Cheer

Opposite meaning words

Affright verb - To strike with fear.

Usage example: a ghastly sight that would affright any person

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Cheer is an antonym for affright.

Nearby Word: affrighted

Cheer verb - To declare enthusiastic approval of.

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Affright is an antonym for cheer.

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