Afraid

/əˈfɹeɪd/

Last Updated: January 2, 2026 at 12:30 PM

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Definition of Afraid

adjective

  1. (usually used predicatively, not attributively, be afraid) Impressed with fear or apprehension; in fear.

    "He is afraid of death."

  2. Regretful, sorry.

    "I am afraid I cannot help you in this matter."

  3. (used with for) Worried about, feeling concern for, fearing for (someone or something).

Anagrams of Afraid

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Synonyms & Antonyms

SYNONYMS

afearedalarmedanxiousapprehensivefearfultimidtimoroussorry