Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
afraid
adjective
/əˈfreɪd/
Definition
Feeling fear or anxiety; worried that something bad may happen.
Examples
- She felt afraid when she heard the strange noises in the dark.
- He was afraid to speak in front of the large audience.
- Many children are afraid of the dark.
Meaning
To be afraid means to have feelings of fear or being scared, often regarding potential danger or harm.
Synonyms
- scared
- frightened
- fearful
- worried
- anxious
