dreaded Definition
causing fear, dread or terror.
Using dreaded: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "dreaded" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The dreaded day finally arrived.
Example
I have to face the dreaded interview tomorrow.
Example
The disease is one of the most dreaded illnesses in the world.
dreaded Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for dreaded
- terrifying
- horrible
- fearsome
Antonyms for dreaded
- comforting
- reassuring
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Summary: dreaded in Brief
'Dreaded' [ˈdrɛdɪd] means causing fear, dread, or terror. It is often used to describe something that is feared or anticipated with anxiety, such as 'the dreaded interview.' Synonyms include 'fearsome,' 'terrifying,' and 'horrible.' Antonyms include 'reassuring' and 'comforting.'
