Apavorado

Apavorado is a Portuguese word that translates to terrified or horrified in English. It describes a state of extreme fear or dread. The word is derived from the Spanish word "apavorar," which means to frighten or terrify.

The feeling of being apavorado can be triggered by a variety of situations, including immediate danger, frightening events, or even the anticipation of something dreadful. It is a powerful emotional response characterized by a sense of helplessness and an overwhelming desire to escape the source of the fear.

In literature and everyday conversation, "apavorado" is used to convey the intensity of a person's fear. For example, someone witnessing a terrifying accident might be described as apavorado, or a character in a horror story might feel apavorado by the presence of a monster. The word emphasizes a level of fear that goes beyond simple nervousness or anxiety, indicating a profound and paralyzing terror.