Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
feared
verb (past tense of fear)
/fɪrd/
Definition
to be scared of someone or something.
Examples
- She was feared by her opponents due to her fierce determination.
- The storm was feared to cause significant damage to the coastline.
- He feared that he would not pass the exam.
Meaning
The term ‘feared’ indicates that a person experiences fear or dread towards a person, situation, or outcome.
Synonyms
- apprehended
- dreaded
- worried about
- regarded with terror
