😨fear

noun, verb
/fɪr/

Meaning

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

Example Sentences

She has a fear of flying.

Many people fear public speaking.

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

Example Expressions

face your fears

Synonyms

anxiety, dread, terror, worry, concern, apprehend, panic
Entry 1
anxiety, dread, terror, worry, concern
Entry 2
dread, worry, apprehend, panic
Entry 3
anxiety, terror, dread, panic

Antonyms

courage, bravery, confidence, fearlessness
Entry 1
courage, bravery, confidence
Entry 2
courage, bravery, confidence, fearlessness
Entry 3
courage, bravery, confidence, fearlessness

Collocations

fear of death, fear factor, live in fear, fear something, fear for safety, fear the worst, fear greatly, overcome fear, fear of failure, face fear
Entry 1
fear of death, fear factor, live in fear, fear something
Entry 2
fear for safety, fear the worst, fear greatly, overcome fear
Entry 3
fear of failure, overcome fear, face fear

More Example Sentences

He attempts to try again without fear.

We attempted to start over without fear.

He attempted to travel alone without fear.

He is brave enough to talk about his fears.

She attempts to ask questions without fear.

They attempted to tell the truth without fear.

We attempt to take responsibility without fear.

They attempt to face the challenge without fear.

She attempted to apply for the job without fear.

I attempted to speak in the meeting without fear.

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