Fright
Part of speech: noun
Definition: A state of terror excited by the sudden appearance of danger; sudden and violent fear, usually of short duration; a sudden alarm. Anything strange, ugly or shocking, producing a feeling of alarm or aversion.
Part of speech: verb
Definition: to frighten
Example sentence: I still suffer terribly from stage fright. I get sick with fear. Not every night, but at the beginning and on occasion - not necessarily when I'm expecting it. You just have to cope with it - take it on the chin and work through it, trying to use the adrenalin to perform.
Fear
Part of speech: noun
Definition: A strong, uncontrollable, unpleasant emotion caused by actual or perceived danger or threat.A phobia, a sense of fear induced by something or someone.Extreme veneration or awe, as toward a supreme being or deity.
Part of speech: verb
Definition: To cause fear to; to frighten.To feel fear about (something).To venerate; to feel awe towards.Regret
Example sentence: Avoiding danger is no safer in the long run than outright exposure. The fearful are caught as often as the bold.