- terrorize⇄noun terrorization.
- terrorize⇄noun terrorizer.
- terrorize⇄terrorize, transitive verb, -ized,-izing.
1. to fill with terror.
Ex. The sight of the growling dog terrorized the little child.
(SYN) terrify.
2. to rule or subdue by causing terror.
(SYN) browbeat, intimidate.