Meaning ofpetrifyin English

Verb

1. to immobilize with fear
   The fossilized tree had been petrified over millions of years.
2. to harden into stone; depositing minerals
   The terrifying scream was enough to petrify anyone in the room.
3. to cause rigidity; like stone
   Prolonged exposure to the mineral-rich water caused the wood to petrify.
4. to make callous; stupefy or paralyze
   The horrific news was enough to petrify even the most hardened individuals.