fears Synonyms & Antonyms
What Is Another Word for Fears?
Instead of fears you can say dread, afraid or frightened depending on the context. Its opposites include belittle and contemn.
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Fears as a Noun
plural of fear
All our fears have come to pass: we are doomed but have nothing left to fear.
A strong, uncontrollable, unpleasant emotion or feeling caused by actual or perceived danger or threat.
He was struck by fear on seeing the snake.
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A phobia, a sense of fear induced by something or someone.
Not everybody has the same fears. I have a fear of ants.
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Terrified veneration or reverence, particularly towards God, gods, or sovereigns.
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Fears as a Verb
third-person singular simple present indicative of fear
He fears the dark, so he invented a longer-lasting light bulb.
To feel fear about (something or someone); to be afraid of; to consider or expect with alarm.
I fear the worst will happen.
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To feel fear (about something).
Never fear; help is always near.
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(used with for) To worry about, to feel concern for, to be afraid for.
She fears for her son’s safety.
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To venerate; to feel awe towards.
People who fear God can be found in Christian churches.
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To regret.
I fear I have bad news for you: your husband has died.
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To cause fear to; to frighten.
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To be anxious or solicitous for.
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To suspect; to doubt.
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Fears in a Sentence
All our fears have come to pass: we are doomed but have nothing left to fear.
He fears the dark, so he invented a longer-lasting light bulb.
He was struck by fear on seeing the snake.
Not everybody has the same fears. I have a fear of ants.
I fear the worst will happen.
Never fear; help is always near.
She fears for her son’s safety.
People who fear God can be found in Christian churches.
I fear I have bad news for you: your husband has died.
Word Forms & Grammar
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Fears in Brief
| Part of speech | noun, verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /fɪəz/ |
| Meaning | plural of fear |
| Synonyms | dread, afraid and frightened |
| Antonyms | belittle and contemn |
Frequently Asked Questions About Fears
Is fears a noun or a verb?
Fears is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as a verb.
What is a synonym for fears as a noun?
As a noun, synonyms for fears include dread.
What is a synonym for fears as a verb?
As a verb, synonyms for fears include afraid, frightened, scared and terrorised.