fear

Meaning

to be afraid of something; to feel anxiety about something that might happen

an unpleasant emotion caused by the belief that someone or something is dangerous

An unpleasant emotion caused by the belief that someone or something is dangerous.

Example Sentences

Many people fear public speaking.

She overcame her fear of heights by taking rock climbing lessons.

She has a fear of flying.

Example Expressions

face your fears

Synonyms

dread, worry, apprehend, panic, anxiety, terror, concern

Entry 1

dread, worry, apprehend, panic

Entry 2

anxiety, terror, dread, panic

Entry 3

anxiety, dread, terror, worry, concern

Antonyms

courage, bravery, confidence, fearlessness

Entry 1

courage, bravery, confidence, fearlessness

Entry 2

courage, bravery, confidence, fearlessness

Entry 3

courage, bravery, confidence

Collocations

fear for safety, fear the worst, fear greatly, overcome fear, fear of failure, face fear, fear of death, fear factor, live in fear, fear something

Entry 1

fear for safety, fear the worst, fear greatly, overcome fear

Entry 2

fear of failure, overcome fear, face fear

Entry 3

fear of death, fear factor, live in fear, fear something