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horror
Ein starkes Gefühl von Angst oder Schock, das plötzlich auftritt.
The German word "Entsetzen" is a noun that means "horror" or "dismay". It is derived from the verb "entsetzen", which means "to horrify" or "to dismay", from the root "setzen", which means "to place" or "to set". "Entsetzen" often conveys a sense of strong shock or fear in reaction to something disturbing or upsetting.
Words with similar meanings include "Schrecken" (fright), "Furcht" (fear), and "Grauen" (dread).
The primary difference between "Entsetzen" and these similar words lies in the intensity and context; "Entsetzen" usually denotes a deeper emotional shock or horror, often related to unexpected or traumatic events, whereas words like "Schrecken" and "Furcht" can refer to more general feelings of fear or fright without necessarily implying that same level of emotional distress or shock.
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Examples
Sein Entsetzen war deutlich zu erkennen.noun
His horror was clearly recognizable.
Ihr Entsetzen über die Nachricht war groß.noun
Her horror at the news was great.
Tiefes Entsetzen breitete sich unter den Menschen aus.noun
Deep horror spread among the people.
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