fear

/fˈi‍ə/

/ˈfɪɹ/

Fear

a bad feeling that we get when we are afraid or worried

an anxious feeling

synonyms : care

a feeling of profound respect for someone or something

synonyms : awe

to fear

MAIN VERB

to feel anxious about or be afraid of a probable situation or event

to be scared of someone or something

synonyms : dread

be sorry; used to introduce an unpleasant statement

regard with feelings of respect and reverence; consider hallowed or exalted or be in awe of

synonyms : revere

be uneasy or apprehensive about

Examples

1. I fear no one.

2. Your fears are all in the mind.

3. Scientists fear that global warming has gone beyond the point of no return.

4. Fear got a hold of me, but I gave it a twirl anyways.