fear
/fɪə//fɪəɹ/noun
Definitions
A strong, uncontrollable, unpleasant emotion or feeling caused by actual or perceived danger or threat.
Example: He was struck by fear on seeing the snake.
A phobia, a sense of fear induced by something or someone.
Example: Not everybody has the same fears. I have a fear of ants.
Terrified veneration or reverence, particularly towards God, gods, or sovereigns.
verb
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To feel fear about (something or someone); to be afraid of; to consider or expect with alarm.
Example: I fear the worst will happen.
To feel fear (about something).
Example: Never fear; help is always near.
(used with for) To worry about, to feel concern for, to be afraid for.
Example: She fears for her son’s safety.
To venerate; to feel awe towards.
Example: People who fear God can be found in Christian churches.