Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
in-fear-of
Prepositional phrase
/ɪn fɪr əv/
Definition
A phrase used to indicate that someone is feeling fear about a particular situation or event.
Examples
- She made a decision in-fear-of losing her job.
- The children stayed indoors in-fear-of the impending storm.
Meaning
The phrase illustrates a state of apprehension where an individual is concerned about what might happen due to a specific fear.
Synonyms
- afraid of
- apprehensive about
- intimidated by
