hirmutavate
Hirmutavate is a Finnish term that can function as an adjective meaning frightening or fear-inducing, and, in plural form, as a noun phrase referring to things that cause fear. It is built from the root hirmu (terror, fear) with the suffix -ttava, which yields an adjective meaning “causing fear,” and the plural ending -tavat, which allows it to describe multiple items.
Etymology and form: The base hirmuttava denotes something that induces fear. When used before a plural noun,
Meaning and usage: Hirmutavate is typically employed in descriptive or evaluative contexts, including literature, film criticism,
See also: hirmu, pelottava, pelottavat ilmiöt, Finnish adjectives in -ttava form.
References: This article provides a concise linguistic overview of the term’s meaning, formation, and typical usage