bogyman

Example:The old tales about the bogeyman became a scaremongering tool used by parents to keep their children in check.

Definition:A person who spreads or spreads fear or alarm; one who excessively warns of dangers or threats, often without good reason.

Example:The idea of a bogeyman usually creates fear in children, making them more obedient within the home.

Definition:An unpleasant emotion caused by the belief that someone or something is dangerous, likely to cause pain, or a threat.

Example:The bogeyman was just a phantom in children's minds, a figure used to instill fear and maintain discipline.

Definition:A ghost or other supernatural being; often associated with fear or panic.