feared

[ feerd ]

adjective

, Dialect.

1. afraid; afeard.

Other Words From

• un·feared adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of feared¹

Aphetic form of afeard

Example Sentences

Over the past five years, the golden generation of South Africa forwards have developed arguably the most formidable and feared scrum in rugby.

From BBC

A woman in the country illegally told the organization that her children had refused to go to school because they feared she would be detained while they were away.

From Los Angeles Times

Whilst "not scared of dying", Ms Blake said she feared "more than anything" how her death could impact friends and family, especially her 17-year-old daughter Maya.

From BBC

Her parents had quit their jobs, and she constantly feared what would happen if her money stopped coming.

From Los Angeles Times

Other council members said they feared that funding for homelessness would be choked off following Tuesday’s election.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• formidable