The meaning of 'FRIGHT'

I was in standard five

when I came across the term 'FRIGHT',

I remembered it's spelling

oblivious of it's meaning.

When I go to see the semester-results

friends follow but camaraderie hollow,

With every step towards notice-board

heartbeat goes up with drier throat,

Eyes remain open but can find no sight

yes-now I know the meaning of 'FRIGHT'.

When I follow my heart very seldom

in order to find some respite from boredom,

It is very few who cheer and all others sneer

even though my heart is pure and clear,

People come and say-"you were not right"

yes-now I know the meaning of 'FRIGHT'.

When I flick news channels abruptly

my spirit sinks since they appear ghostly,

I find mockery,robbery,butchery everywhere

shall I ever be able to retrieve solace anywhere ?

Certainly the future of mankind is not very bright

yes-now I know the meaning of 'FRIGHT'.