Fright

Part of speech: noun (n.)

1. A state of terror excited by the sudden appearance of danger; sudden and violent fear, usually of short duration; a sudden alarm.

2. Anything strange, ugly or shocking, producing a feeling of alarm or aversion. [Colloq.]

Synonyms: Alarm; terror; consternation. See Alarm.

Part of speech: verb (v.)

To alarm suddenly; to shock by causing sudden fear; to terrify; to scare. Nor exile or danger can fright a brave spirit. Dryden.

Synonyms: affright; dismay; daunt; intimidate.