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fear

[fiər]

fear Definition

  • 1an unpleasant emotion caused by the threat of danger, pain, or harm
  • 2a feeling of anxiety concerning the outcome of something or the safety of someone

Using fear: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "fear" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She has a fear of heights.

  • Example

    The sound of thunder filled him with fear.

  • Example

    I have a fear that I will fail my exam.

  • Example

    He showed no fear in the face of danger.

fear Synonyms and Antonyms

Idioms Using fear

  • to frighten someone severely, often as a means of discipline or punishment

    Example

    When he caught his son stealing, he put the fear of God into him with a stern lecture.

  • with great fear or trepidation

    Example

    She approached the stage in fear and trembling, afraid she would forget her lines.

  • to be constantly afraid or anxious about something

    Example

    People who live in high-crime areas often live in fear for their safety.

Phrases with fear

  • to be worried about the safety or well-being of someone or something

    Example

    I fear for the safety of my children when they are out alone at night.

  • used to reassure someone that there is no danger or need to worry

    Example

    A: Can we cross the road here? B: Yes, no fear. There's no traffic coming.

  • to think that the worst possible thing has happened or will happen

    Example

    When he didn't come home last night, I feared the worst and called the police.

Origins of fear

from Old English 'fǣr', meaning 'calamity, sudden danger'

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Summary: fear in Brief

The term 'fear' [fiər] refers to an unpleasant emotion caused by the threat of danger, pain, or harm, or a feeling of anxiety concerning the outcome of something or the safety of someone. It can be used to describe phobias or general anxieties, as in 'She has a fear of heights,' or to indicate bravery or lack of fear, as in 'He showed no fear in the face of danger.' 'Fear' extends into phrases like 'fear for,' and idioms like 'put the fear of God into someone,' denoting severe fright, and 'live in fear,' implying constant anxiety.

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