Fear-inducing is a term used to describe something that causes fear or dread. The crossword solutions for this term are EERIE (5 letters), DREADED (7 letters), SCARY (5 letters), HAIRY (5 letters) and WHITEKNUCKLED (13 letters). EERIE is an adjective used to describe something that is strange, mysterious or frightening. DREADED is an adjective used to describe something that is greatly feared or DREADED. SCARY is an adjective used to describe something that is frightening or causing fear. HAIRY is an adjective used to describe something that is dangerous or difficult. Whiteknuckled is an adjective used to describe something that is so frightening that it causes one to grip tightly with their hands.